Chhat Puja 2023: Indian Railways to run 283 special trains during this festive season to ensure smooth travel

To facilitate rail travelers and manage the increased passenger demand on account of upcoming Chhath Puja festival, Indian Railways has scheduled a total of 4,480 trips involving 283 special trains. These special train services have been strategically designed to connect major destinations across the country.

“Special Trains have been planned to connect major destinations across the country on railway routes like Delhi- Patna, Delhi-Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra, Danapur-Saharsa, Danapur- Bengaluru, Ambala-Saharsa, Muzaffarpur-Yesvantpur, Puri-Patna, Okha-Naharlagun, Sealdah-New Jalpaiguri, Kochuveli-Bengaluru, Benaras- Mumbai, Howrah-Raxaul etc. During 2022, Indian Railways had notified 2614 trips of 216 Puja Special trains,” the Ministry of Railways said in a press release.

Additional RPF personnel have been stationed at major stations to enhance passenger security, and officers are on emergency duty at key stations to ensure smooth train operations. Staff are deployed in various sections to address any potential disruptions in train services on a priority basis.

Efforts have been made to provide frequent and timely announcements of train arrivals and departures, along with platform information.

“May I Help You” booths are actively serving passengers at important stations, with RPF personnel and Train Ticket Examiners (TTEs) offering assistance and guidance. Medical teams are also available at major stations, and ambulances with paramedical teams are on standby.

The Security and Vigilance Department is closely monitoring and preventing any malpractice, while Zonal Headquarters have issued instructions for maintaining cleanliness in waiting halls, retiring rooms, platforms, and stations in general.