Sikar Patna Kota Special Trains to Ease Festive Rush
Indian Railways launches weekly special trains between Sikar, Patna, and Kota to manage heavy passenger loads during the festive season.
To manage the heavy passenger load, Indian Railways has introduced weekly Sikar Patna Kota special trains to assist travelers during the upcoming festive season.
Managing Festive Passenger Loads
The decision to operate these additional services is part of a broader effort by the Railway Board to manage traffic flow during high-demand travel periods. Currently, the national transporter is facilitating approximately 15,000 train services for Bihar to accommodate the massive influx of passengers during the Diwali and Chhath festivities.
Strict Crowd Management Measures
In addition to increasing train capacity, the railways have implemented rigorous crowd-management procedures to ensure passenger safety and comfort.
Following a directive from the Delhi High Court to address station congestion during peak travel seasons, the railways have intensified their management protocols.
As part of these safety measures, the Northern Railway has taken the following steps:
- The sale of platform tickets has been suspended at six specific stations across the Delhi-NCR region.
- This suspension is scheduled to remain in effect through November 14, 2026.
Existing Connectivity on These Corridors
While the new special services aim to stabilize transit capacity, passengers can also utilize established services on these routes. Existing connectivity includes the Shri Ganganagar-Kacheguda Express (17602) and various other scheduled trains such as 09804, 12240, and 19814.