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To manage the massive influx of devotees expected during the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025, the Indian Railways has announced the operation of multiple Kumbh special trains from Kolkata. Maha Kumbh Special Trains From Kolkata These trains aim to ensure a smooth travel experience for passengers while addressing the increased rush during this spiritual gathering. The Eastern Railway zone has meticulously planned several services to accommodate the high demand, offering additional berths and convenient routes. Malda Town–Prayagraj Rambag Kumbh Mela Special Train No. 03409 (Malda Town–Prayagraj Rambag)This train will depart from Malda Town every Thursday and Saturday between January 2, 2025, and February 22, 2025, totaling 11 trips. Departure is scheduled for 20:45 hrs, arriving at Prayag...

To accommodate the additional rush of passengers during the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025, the Indian Railways has announced the operation of a special train, 09801/09802, between Sogaria and Banaras. Maha Kumbh Mela 2025: Special Sogaria and Banaras Train Service Launched. This special train will operate on seven trips, departing Sogaria on Tuesdays and Fridays (January 17, 21, 24, and February 7, 14, 18, and 21) and Banaras on Wednesdays and Saturdays (January 18, 22, 25, and February 8, 15, 19, and 22). Train No. 09801: Sogaria and Banaras The Sogaria-Banaras Kumbh Mela Special Train (09801) will depart from Sogaria at 8:15 AM and pass through the following stations: Anta: 8:47 AM Baran: 9:07 AM Atru: 9:32 AM Chhabra Gugor: 10:00 AM Ruthiyai: 11:17 AM Guna: 11:50...

In light of the upcoming Maha Kumbh Mela 2025, Western Railway has announced the operation of eight pairs of Maha Kumbh special train to manage the anticipated influx of pilgrims and ease travel logistics. Maha Kumbh Special Trains to Be Operated by Western Railway These trains will cater to various routes, connecting key religious destinations to ensure a comfortable and timely journey for devotees. Here is an in-depth overview of the services, schedules, routes, halts, and facilities offered by these special trains. 1. Valsad–Danapur Maha Kumbh Special Train Train Numbers: 09019: Valsad to Danapur 09020: Danapur to Valsad Service Dates: Valsad–Danapur: January 8, 17, 21, 25; February 8, 15, 19, 26, 2025. Danapur–Valsad: January 9, 18, 22, 26; February 9, 16, 2...

To facilitate seamless travel for pilgrims during Maha Kumbh 2025, the railway administration has introduced a special Prayagraj-Varanasi-Ayodhya Ring Rail Service. Prayagraj-Varanasi-Ayodhya Ring Rail service will be important in the Maha Kumbh 2025 transportation. This initiative will enable devotees to visit three significant religious sites — Prayagraj for the holy Kumbh Snan, Varanasi to seek blessings at Baba Vishwanath Temple, and Ayodhya for the darshan of Shri Ram Temple. The service will operate between January 10 and February 28, 2025, with four MEMU (Mainline Electric Multiple Unit) trains running on the designated route. Prayagraj-Varanasi-Ayodhya Ring Rail Route and Schedule The Prayagraj-Varanasi-Ayodhya Ring Rail service will cover a total of 20 stations acro...

The Northern Railway has announced the cancellation of 18 trains due to pre-non-interlocking and non-interlocking work as part of the yard remodeling at Ayodhya Cantt station on the Barabanki-Ayodhya Cantt-Jafrabad section under the Lucknow Division. 18 Trains Cancelled, Including Gorakhpur-Jodhpur Special, Amid Yard Remodeling at Ayodhya Cantt Station. Additionally, some trains will be diverted or operated on controlled routes. The remodeling work is expected to impact train services on specific dates through December and January Trains Affected Due to Yard Remodeling Chief Public Relations Officer Pankaj Kumar Singh informed that the yard remodeling at Ayodhya Cantt station has necessitated the temporary suspension and diversion of several trains. The following trains will ...

Indian Railways is making remarkable progress in energy conservation, particularly through its extensive adoption of solar energy. Indian Railways Sets a Green Benchmark, Saving ₹1.37 Crore with Solar Energy Initiatives. The North Eastern Railway (NER) has demonstrated this commitment by installing 6.58 MW capacity rooftop solar panels across various stations, service buildings, factories, and other railway establishments. As of November 2024, these efforts have resulted in the generation of 36.25 lakh units of solar energy, translating to a saving of ₹1.37 crore in electricity costs. Rooftop Solar Installations Driving Change NER has installed solar panels on the rooftops of railway station buildings, offices, service buildings, hospitals, training centers, guesthouses, leve...

Indian Railways is set to launch the Jammu to Kashmir Vande Bharat Express, marking a transformative chapter in rail connectivity for the Jammu-Srinagar route. Jammu to Kashmir Vande Bharat The much-anticipated train will commence operations following the completion of the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link Project (USBRL), bridging the critical gap in transport infrastructure for the region. Currently, passengers traveling between Jammu and Srinagar rely on cars or buses, enduring a grueling 10-hour journey over hilly terrain. The Vande Bharat Express aims to significantly reduce this travel time to just 4 hours, offering an unparalleled travel experience that combines speed, safety, and convenience. Enhanced Connectivity for Jammu and Kashmir The introduction of the Jamm...

In a grand initiative to facilitate millions of devotees traveling to Prayagraj for the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025, Eastern Railway has announced a comprehensive plan of 42 pairs of Kumbh Mela Special Trains. Railways' Special Bonanza for Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 Devotees These trains aim to provide seamless travel from various regions, ensuring easy accessibility to the holy city. The services include daily trains from the Kolkata area and bi-weekly trains from Malda via Bhagalpur, connecting major hubs with Prayagraj. Howrah-Tundla-Howrah Kumbh Mela Special The Howrah-Tundla-Howrah Special is a crucial addition to the network: Train Nos. 03021/03022: Departure from Howrah: 19:35 hrs Arrival at Tundla: 11:20 hrs Return Departure from Tundla: 15:20 hrs Arrival at Howrah: ...

With ₹422.20 crores from scrap sales, Northern Railway achieves unmatched financial efficiency and sustainability in FY 2024-25. Breaking records in FY 2024-25, Northern Railway earns ₹422.20 crores from scrap sales, topping Indian Railways' zones. Northern Railway has achieved a significant milestone in financial efficiency and sustainability by earning ₹422.20 crores through scrap sales in FY 2024-25, setting a new record among all zonal railways and production units of Indian Railways. This accomplishment surpasses the target of ₹371 crores set until December and represents a 21.17% increase over the corresponding period of the previous fiscal year. Top Performer in Scrap Sales Under the leadership of Shri Ashok Kumar Verma, General Manager of Northern Railway, the zone has...