Diwali Special Trains: The Indian Railways said the first unreserved special train (No.01019) will depart from CSMT Mumbai at 2:30 PM on October 28, 2024, and arrive at Gorakhpur station at 11:00 PM the following day.
The Indian Railways said it has planned four trips of the Vande Bharat Express between New Delhi and Patna, and 113 trips between Lucknow and Chhapra for the Chhath Puja and Diwali celebrations.
In addition to confirmed reserved tickets, Indian Railways also allows booking for waiting list tickets, providing passengers with a chance for a seat if any confirmed ticket holders cancel their journey.
Following the incident, railways officials rushed to the spot to take stock of things. Meanwhile, efforts are underway to clear the tracks and resume normal operations as soon as possible.
In anticipation of a huge rush in passenger traffic during the festive season, Indian Railways operates special trains each year. Similarly, this year, several special trains have been announced to accommodate the large crowds and ensure smooth travel for passengers during the holiday period.
The Vande Bharat Express is a high-performance, electric multiple-unit train operated by Indian Railways. It was designed by RDSO and manufactured by the government-owned Integral Coach Factory, located in Chennai. It is considered a semi-high-speed train, which is the second fastest train in India.
Cyclone Dana: The South Easter Railway has cancelled 220 trains running through the region which could get impacted after the cyclone makes landfall. The SER has also set up an emergency control room to facilitate the passengers.
Cyclone Dana: Apart from cancelling trains, the Eastern Railway said it will operate an emergency control room from October 24 to 25.
The death of the trackman after being hit by a train triggered a massive outrage near the track. Railways employees and locals reached the spot and staged a protest against the rail authorities.
The traffic officers conducting these special drives found most of the police personnel travelling without tickets in air-conditioned coaches and pantry cars, causing inconvenience to passengers.
Railway authorities have confirmed that prompt action has been taken to assess the situation and restore normalcy on the route.
The Railway Ministry made the announcement in a notification that said that the advance Railway reservation time reduced has been reduced from 120 days to 60 days.
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A passenger train from Mysore to Darbhanga via Perambur collided with a goods train standing at Kavarappettai railway station near Thiruvallur. Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw is closely monitoring the rescue operations.
Railway sources say the train collided with the rear of a stationary train. According to the available information, the passenger train collided with a goods train standing on the same track. The impact was seen more on the goods train.
According to the Ministry, while travelling, passengers celebrating Navratri often face various challenges regarding food and drink. To address these issues, Indian Railways has introduced the Navratri Special Thali at over 150 stations.
Fortunately, no train passed through this track when this fish plate was open, otherwise a major accident could have happened.
The Northeast Frontier Railway is set to operate two pairs of special trains, including a Puja special from Anand Vihar to Katihar, to accommodate increased passenger traffic during the festive season.
The incident occurred near Chandil station in Jharkhand's Saraikela district. The Chakradharpur Railway Division has set up a help desk at Tatanagar station to assist stranded passengers.
Maha Kumbh Mela 2025: The Maha Kumbh Mela is a significant Hindu event that attracts millions of devotees from across the world. Kumbh Mela 2025 is scheduled to take place in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh.
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