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Train News: Relief for waitlisted passengers! Railways extends services of 10 special trains; check the complete list before you travel.

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Indian Railways Update: In view of the rising passenger rush, Northern Railway has extended the operation of several special trains through July and August, providing relief to travelers regarding ticket availability and their journeys.

Northern Railway Special Trains: Northern Railway has decided to extend the services of several special trains to cater to the increased rush and rising demand for tickets during the summer season. This move will greatly benefit passengers traveling between states such as Uttar Pradesh, Delhi, and Bihar.

Prioritizing passenger convenience, the Railways has extended the operational period of these trains through July and August. Northern Railway announced this via its official X (formerly Twitter) handle, stating that the move would offer better facilities to passengers and alleviate issues like long waitlists.


How will passengers benefit?

According to the Railways, the frequency of these special trains will range from 4 to 9 trips per week, offering passengers more travel options than before.
For details, passengers can visit the official railway website or call the helpline number 139.
Passengers planning to travel during this period are advised to verify the train's date, departure time, and seat availability before their journey.

Which trains have had their service extended?

Train Number Train Route Running Dates Trips
02877 Ranchi Junction → Anand Vihar Terminal 27 June – 25 July 04
02878 Anand Vihar Terminal → Ranchi Junction 28 June – 26 July 04
09119 Pratapnagar → Lalkuan Junction 28 June – 26 July 04
09120 Lalkuan Junction → Pratapnagar 29 June – 27 July 04
09523 Okha → Shri Guru Basti 30 June – 28 July 04
09309 Indore Junction → Hazrat Nizamuddin 28 June – 31 July 09
09257 Bhavnagar Terminus → Shri Guru Basti 26 June – 31 July 05
09524 Shri Guru Basti → Okha 1 July – 29 July 04
09258 Shri Guru Basti → Bhavnagar Terminus 27 June – 1 August 05
09310 Hazrat Nizamuddin → Indore Junction 29 June – 1 August 09