Sogaria-Danapur Puja Special Extended: 4 More Trips Added!
Indian Railways extends the Sogaria-Danapur Puja Special train for four more trips to manage festive rush. Check new dates and timings here.
In a major move to ease the festive rush, Indian Railways has announced the extension of the Sogaria–Danapur–Sogaria Weekly Puja Special (09823/09824). This decision comes as a massive relief for passengers traveling between Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, and Bihar during the busy holiday season.
Extended Schedule and Additional Trips
To accommodate the significant surge in passenger traffic, the railway administration has added four additional trips in each direction. While the service was originally set to wrap up in mid-November, the new schedule provides much-needed connectivity well into December.
- Danapur to Sogaria: The service is now extended until December 12.
- Sogaria to Danapur: The service will continue until December 14, 2026.
For those planning their journey, train number 09823 is scheduled to depart from Sogaria every Saturday at 11:10 PM.
New Special Train Introduced: Jaipur to Rangiya
Beyond the Sogaria-Danapur extension, Indian Railways is also addressing passenger density by introducing the Khatipura (Jaipur) – Rangiya Special (09731/09732). This new route is designed to serve travelers moving through key transit points across Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, West Bengal, and Assam.
"This extension is intended to provide relief to travelers across these regions," stated Senior Divisional Commercial Manager Saurabh Jain regarding the decision.
Diverse Coach Options for All Passengers
As part of the massive operation running throughout November 2026, hundreds of special services are being deployed. These trains focus on high-demand corridors linking Delhi/NCR, Gujarat, and Maharashtra to states like Bihar and Uttar Pradesh. To ensure comfort for everyone, these special trains feature a variety of coach compositions, including:
- AC Coaches
- Sleeper Class
- General Class
Important Travel Advisory
Railway officials have advised all passengers to verify the latest routes, specific timings, and seat availability through official channels before planning their trips. Since schedules may be adjusted based on real-time crowd management, travelers are encouraged to:
- Dial 139 for immediate enquiries.
- Visit the official Indian Railways website for real-time updates.