Summer Special Train: Indian Railways to operate special services between Dankuni and Anand Vihar Terminal
Indian Railways has announced a summer special train between Dankuni and Anand Vihar Terminal to handle the heavy rush of passengers during the summer season. This move aims to provide extra seating capacity for travelers. Along with this, some MEMU passenger trains in the Adra division will be affected due to planned rolling block maintenance work.
Dankuni-Anand Vihar Special Train (03009/03010) Schedule
The special train will run on specific dates in May and June 2026. Train number 03009 will leave Dankuni every Saturday (except May 23) on May 9, 16, 30 and June 6, 13, 20, 27. Train number 03010 will return from Anand Vihar every Sunday (except May 24) on May 10, 17, 31 and June 7, 14, 21, 28.
| Train No. | From – To | Departure Time | Arrival Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03009 | Dankuni to Anand Vihar | 00:30 (Saturday) | 11:00 (Sunday) |
| 03010 | Anand Vihar to Dankuni | 15:00 (Sunday) | 23:30 (Monday) |
Coach Composition and Stoppages
The train will have a total of 22 coaches to accommodate various classes of passengers. It will stop at several major stations including Bardhaman, Asansol, Jasidih, Gaya, Pt. Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Junction, Prayagraj, and Tundla Junction before reaching the terminal.
- 1 AC 2-Tier coach
- 3 AC 3-Tier coaches
- 10 Sleeper coaches
- 6 General coaches
- 2 SLR/D coaches
Impact of Rolling Block in Adra Division
Maintenance work from April 27 to May 3, 2026, will lead to the cancellation or diversion of several trains. Some development works will continue until May 16, 2026. Railway officials have advised passengers to check the updated schedule before starting their journey.
| Train Name/No. | Effect | Date/Period |
|---|---|---|
| Asansol-Tatanagar MEMU (68055-68056) | Short terminated at Adra | April 28, 2026 |
| Adra-Medinipur MEMU (68090-68089) | Cancelled | April 28, May 1, May 3 |
| Tatanagar-Kharagpur MEMU (68013-68014) | Cancelled | April 28, 2026 |
| Hatia Express (18601) | Diverted Route | April 28, 29 & May 2 |
| Amritsar Jayanti Janata Exp | Diverted Route | May 4 to May 25 |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the schedule for the Dankuni to Anand Vihar special train?
Train 03009 departs Dankuni every Saturday at 00:30 and reaches Anand Vihar at 11:00 the next day. It operates on May 9, 16, 30 and June 6, 13, 20, 27, 2026.
Which trains are affected by the rolling block in Adra division?
Several MEMU trains like Asansol-Tatanagar and Adra-Medinipur are cancelled or short-terminated between April 28 and May 3. Long distance trains like Hatia Express and Amritsar Jayanti Janata Express will run on diverted routes.
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