Summer Special Trains: Railway administration to run two special trains via Tundla for vacation rush
The railway administration has announced two special trains to help passengers traveling during the summer vacations. These trains will provide extra seating capacity to manage the heavy rush of travelers. The official details were shared by the Public Relations Officer of Prayagraj on April 21, 2026.
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What are the train numbers and schedules?
The administration has introduced a superfast one-way special and a round-trip special service. The Bikaner-Kolkata Superfast One-Way Special (04701) was set to depart Bikaner on April 22, 2026, at 6:00 PM. Meanwhile, the Khatipura (Jaipur)-Howrah Special (09701) was scheduled for April 23, 2026, at 5:00 PM, with a return journey (09702) from Howrah on April 25, 2026, at 12:00 AM.
What is the timing and stoppage at Tundla Junction?
Tundla Junction, located in the Firozabad district, is a key stop for these services. Passengers can check the arrival and departure timings in the table below:
| Train Number | Route | Tundla Arrival Time | Stoppage Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04701 | Bikaner to Kolkata | 04:30 PM | 5 Minutes |
| 09701 | Khatipura to Howrah | 10:55 PM | 5 Minutes |
| 09702 | Howrah to Khatipura | 01:51 AM (Next Day) | Not Specified |
What is the coach composition of these trains?
The Bikaner-Kolkata special (04701) consists of 22 coaches, which include 18 sleeper coaches, two AC II coaches, and two SLR/D coaches. The Khatipura-Howrah special (09701/09702) has 20 coaches, featuring a mix of AC II tier, AC III tier, sleeper, and general coaches for the passengers.