Railways Introduces Two Special Trains for Mahakumbh Pilgrims from Katra to Prayagraj
To accommodate the growing number of devotees attending the Mahakumbh, the Railways has introduced two additional special trains from Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra railway station to Prayagraj. These trains will operate on February 18, 19, 23, and 24, with the special service from Katra to Phaphamau making two trips on the 18th and 23rd of February.
Special Train Services for Mahakumbh Devotees
Overview
In response to the rising number of devotees traveling to participate in the Mahakumbh festival, the Indian Railways has announced the operation of two additional special trains. These trains will facilitate travel from Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra railway station to Prayagraj.
Train Schedule
The special trains will run on the following dates:
– February 18
– February 19
– February 23
– February 24
On the specified dates, the train service from Katra to Phaphamau will operate a total of two trips on February 18 and February 23.
Purpose of Additional Trains
The introduction of these special trains aims to accommodate the increasing crowd of devotees heading to bathe in the sacred waters during the Mahakumbh, ensuring a smoother and more efficient travel experience.
Source of Information
This information has been reported by HelloRail.in News and was edited by Nitish Kumar Kushwaha. The update was released on January 30, 2025.