Patna to New Delhi Chhath Puja Special Train Service Announced!
East Central Railway announces special AC trains between Rajendra Nagar and New Delhi for Chhath Puja 2026. Check the full schedule and stops here.
The East Central Railway (ECR) has announced a new Chhath Puja special train service to accommodate the massive influx of passengers traveling between Bihar and the national capital. This special service aims to ease the festive rush between Rajendra Nagar Terminal in Patna and New Delhi during the upcoming celebrations.
Details of Train 02309: Rajendra Nagar to New Delhi
To assist travelers heading towards the capital, Train number 02309 will operate on a tri-weekly basis. The service is scheduled to depart from Rajendra Nagar Terminal at 8:10 PM on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays. This special run will be active from November 11 to November 20, 2026, with the train reaching New Delhi at 3:00 PM the following day.
Details of Train 02310: New Delhi to Rajendra Nagar
For those returning to Bihar, Train number 02310 will provide connectivity from the capital. This return service will depart from New Delhi at 7:00 PM on Thursdays, Saturdays, and Mondays, running from November 12 to November 21, 2026. The train is expected to arrive at Rajendra Nagar Terminal at 2:00 PM the next day.
Key Stops and Route Information
Both the outbound and return special services will provide connectivity to several important stations along the route. The scheduled stops include:
- Patna Junction
- Danapur
- Ara
- Buxar
- Pt. Deen Dayal Upadhyaya (DDU) Junction
- Prayagraj Junction
- Govindpuri (Kanpur)
ECR Chief Public Relations Officer (CPRO) Saraswati Chandra confirmed that these tri-weekly AC special trains are being introduced specifically to provide relief to passengers during the high-demand festive period. Railway authorities have advised all commuters to verify real-time schedules via the National Train Enquiry System (NTES) app or the RailOne app and to ensure that all tickets are booked exclusively through authorized sources.