Indian Railways Deploys 12,000 Special Trains for Festive Rush: Ashwini Vaishnaw

Union Minister for Railways, Information & Broadcasting, and Electronics & Information Technology, Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw, announced that over 12,000 special trains have been planned across the country to manage the ongoing festive rush, in addition to regular train services already in operation.

The Minister informed that nearly 1.6 crore passengers have travelled through these special trains so far, with a similar number expected to undertake return journeys following the Chhath festival.

Shri Vaishnaw highlighted that the Railways team has worked systematically to manage the sudden surge in passenger traffic during the festive season. He noted the deployment of holding areas, CCTV surveillance, handheld Automatic Ticket Vending Machines (ATVMs), and streamlined passenger flow systems to ensure safety and smooth operations.

On the occasion of Chhath Puja, special arrangements have been made at around 30 railway stations across North Bihar and Purvanchal regions, where dedicated holding areas have been established to enhance passenger comfort. These facilities allow travelers to sit comfortably and enter the station in an organised manner, ensuring convenience and crowd management.

Passengers Praise Indian Railways for Effective Management

Indian Railways is ensuring a smooth travel experience through better planning, improved passenger services, and greater focus on comfort and convenience. To manage the festive rush, a strong network of special trains has been introduced.

At New Delhi Railway Station, a passenger appreciated the efficient management and the high standards of cleanliness maintained by Indian Railways. Another passenger at Shree Siddharoodha Swamiji Hubballi Junction expressed satisfaction that the introduction of special trains has made it easier to obtain confirmed tickets during the festive season.