Indian Railways announces special trains for Kerala, catering to Christmas, Sabarimala pilgrims, and Maha Kumbh 2025. These services aim to ensure smooth travel during festive and pilgrimage seasons.
To cater to the rising travel demand during Christmas 2024, Sabarimala pilgrimage, and the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025, Indian Railways has announced a robust plan of 10 special trains to Kerala and a total of 149 special train trips across various zones. Additionally, 416 special train trips have been scheduled for smooth travel to Sabarimala.
Special Trains for Kerala
Indian Railways has launched the following special trains for Kerala to ensure seamless travel during the festive season:
- Train No. 06039/06040: Tambaram-Kanniyakumari-Tambaram Weekly Superfast Special
- Train No. 06043/06044: Dr. MGR Chennai Central-Kochuveli-Dr. MGR Chennai Central Weekly Special
- Train No. 06037/06038: Kochuveli-Mangalore Weekly Unreserved Antyodaya Special
- Train No. 06021/06022: Kochuveli-Gaya-Kochuveli Weekly Special
- Train No. 06007/06008: Kochuveli-Banaras-Kochuveli Weekly Specials
These trains aim to meet the increased travel demand while providing comfortable and timely services for passengers
Comprehensive Special Train Services
Beyond Kerala-specific services, Indian Railways has rolled out 149 Christmas-special train trips and 416 Sabarimala-specific train trips across various railway zones to handle the surge in passenger numbers.
Christmas-Special Train Trips:
- South Western Railway (SWR): 17 trips
- Central Railway (CR): 48 trips
- Northern Railway (NR): 22 trips
- South East Central Railway (SECR): 2 trips
- Western Railway (WR): 56 trips
- West Central Railway (WCR): 4 trips
Sabarimala-Specific Train Trips:
- South Western Railway (SWR): 42 trips
- Southern Railway (SR): 138 trips
- South Central Railway (SCR): 192 trips
- East Coast Railway (ECOR): 44 trips
These additional services aim to ensure hassle-free travel for pilgrims and holiday travelers during this peak season.
Government’s Commitment to Public Convenience
This extensive effort underscores the government’s dedication to meeting public needs during crucial times. The approval of these special train services by Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, reflects the administration’s commitment to responsive governance.
Union Minister of State for Minority Affairs and Fisheries, George Kurian, played a significant role by engaging with the Railway Minister to secure better travel options during Christmas and the Sabarimala pilgrimage. This collaboration highlights the government’s proactive approach to public welfare.
Benefits for Travelers
These special train services not only address the increased demand during the holiday and pilgrimage season but also ensure:
- Comfortable travel: With options like superfast and unreserved Antyodaya specials, passengers can choose services that suit their needs.
- Wider connectivity: Covering diverse routes, the services connect key destinations like Kochuveli, Gaya, Banaras, and Kanniyakumari.
- Affordable options: With weekly and unreserved trains, Indian Railways continues to offer cost-effective travel solutions.
Indian Railways’ initiative to run special trains for Christmas, Sabarimala, and Maha Kumbh 2025 showcases its commitment to providing efficient, comfortable, and affordable travel solutions. With these measures in place, passengers can look forward to a seamless travel experience during the festive season and pilgrimage. Make sure to book your tickets in advance and plan your journey accordingly to make the most of these dedicated services.
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