Railways Launches Special Train for Raksha Bandhan: Check Route and Timings
Railway Special Train: In view of the surge in passenger traffic during Raksha Bandhan, the Railways has decided to run a special train between Jabalpur and Hazrat Nizamuddin. This move is expected to help passengers secure confirmed tickets.
Raksha Bandhan Special Train: If you are planning to travel between Madhya Pradesh and Delhi during the Raksha Bandhan festival, this news is significant for you. Addressing the issue of heavy crowds and long waiting lists on trains during the festive season, the Railways has shared an update via an official post on X (formerly Twitter). They have announced the decision to operate a Raksha Bandhan special train between Jabalpur and Hazrat Nizamuddin, providing passengers with an additional travel option.
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If you intend to travel along this route during Raksha Bandhan, please check the train's date and full schedule before booking your ticket to avoid any inconvenience later.
When will the Raksha Bandhan special train run?
According to the Railways, this special train (bearing numbers 01701/01702) will make one round trip in each direction. One leg of the journey will be from Jabalpur to Hazrat Nizamuddin, and the return leg will be from Hazrat Nizamuddin to Jabalpur.
Jabalpur to Hazrat Nizamuddin: Train No. 01701 will depart on August 29, 2026, at 8:20 PM.
Hazrat Nizamuddin to Jabalpur: Train No. 01702 will depart on August 30, 2026, at 3:45 PM.
What is the schedule for the Jabalpur to Hazrat Nizamuddin journey?
Departing from Jabalpur at 8:20 PM, the train will make stops at various stations along the route and arrive at Hazrat Nizamuddin at 2:25 PM the following day. Katni Murwara – 21:35 to 21:40
Damoh – 22:55 to 22:57
Sagar – 00:15
Virangana Lakshmibai Jhansi – 05:50 to 05:55
Gwalior – 07:30 to 07:35
Dholpur – 08:50 to 08:52
Agra Cantt – 09:30 to 09:35
Mathura Junction – 11:10 to 11:15
Kosi Kalan – 11:43 to 11:45
Hazrat Nizamuddin – 14:25
When will the return train run?
For the return journey, train number 01702 will depart from Hazrat Nizamuddin at 3:45 PM on August 30. After traveling overnight, the train will reach Jabalpur at 9:30 AM the next day.
Kosi Kalan – 17:50 to 17:52
Mathura Junction – 19:35 to 19:40
Agra Cantt – 20:30 to 20:35
Dholpur – 21:18 to 21:20
Gwalior – 22:25 to 22:30
Virangana Lakshmibai Jhansi – 00:05
Sagar – 03:30
Damoh – 04:40
Katni Murwara – 06:10
Jabalpur – 09:30
How can tickets be booked?
If you are planning to travel on this special train, you can book tickets online via IRCTC in addition to booking at railway counters.
First, log in to the IRCTC website or the Rail Connect app. Enter the starting and destination stations.
Select the travel date along with the 'From' and 'To' stations.
Look for the special train number 01701/01702 in the list of available trains.
Check seat availability for your preferred class.
Enter the passengers' names, ages, and other required details.
Complete the payment using UPI, a card, or net banking.
Once the payment is complete, save the ticket on your mobile or keep a printout.
