Special Train: Big relief for passengers from Bihar and Jharkhand; special trains announced for Shravani Mela
Special Train: If you are planning to visit Baba Baidyanath Dham for the Shravani Mela, there is good news for you. The Railways has decided to operate four Shravani Mela special trains between Ranchi and Bhagalpur.
Shravani Mela Special Train: Trains often witness massive overcrowding during festivals and major religious events. At times, it becomes difficult to even secure a ticket. Heavy crowding also poses a risk of accidents. In such a scenario, if you are planning to visit Baba Baidyanath Dham to perform *Jalabhishek* (offering holy water), this news is important for you. Every year, hundreds of thousands of devotees from across the country attend the Shravani Mela, leading to severe overcrowding on trains. However, there is no need to worry now, as the Railways has made special arrangements keeping this issue faced by devotees in mind.
Relief for passengers
The Railways has decided to run four Shravani Mela special trains between Ranchi and Bhagalpur to provide relief to devotees during their journey. This year, the Shravani Mela begins on July 30.
Check the schedule for the Ranchi-Bhagalpur Special
Train No. 08646 Ranchi-Bhagalpur Special
- Operational period: 27 July to 11 September 2026
- Days: Every Monday and Friday
- Time: Departs from Ranchi at 5:30 PM
Bhagalpur-Ranchi Special Train
Train No. 08645 Bhagalpur-Ranchi Special
- Operational period: 28 July to 12 September 2026
- Days: Every Tuesday and Saturday
- Time: Departs from Bhagalpur at 9:10 AM
Shravani Mela Special Train Schedule
Train No. 08690 Ranchi-Bhagalpur Shravani Mela Special
- Operational period: 26 July to 9 September 2026
- Days: Every Sunday and Wednesday
- Time: Departs from Ranchi at 5:40 PM
Bhagalpur-Ranchi Shravani Mela Special
Train No. 08689 Bhagalpur-Ranchi Shravani Mela Special
- Operational period: 27 July to 10 September 2026
- Days: Every Monday and Thursday
- Time: Departs from Bhagalpur at 9:10 AM
The number of pilgrims increases every year during the fair. Consequently, failing to secure a seat on the train can lead to significant travel difficulties. These trains will provide considerable relief to the pilgrims.
