Nagpur to See Additional Special Trains for Diwali and Chhath Puja Festivals
Nagpur, India: In anticipation of the increased passenger demand during the upcoming Diwali and Chhath Puja festivals, Central Railway has announced the operation of 12 additional special trains. These services will run on key routes including Nagpur-Pune-Nagpur and Lokmanya Tilak Terminus-Santragachi Junction-Lokmanya Tilak Terminus.
Details of the Additional Services:
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Nagpur-Pune-Nagpur Bi-Weekly Special Express (Train No. 01201/01202)
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Departure from Nagpur: The train will leave at 19:40 hours on October 28, October 31, November 4, and November 7, 2024. It is scheduled to arrive in Pune at 11:25 hours the following day. (Total: 4 services)
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Departure from Pune: This train will depart at 15:30 hours on October 29, November 1, November 5, and November 8, 2024, arriving in Nagpur at 06:30 hours the next day. (Total: 4 services)
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Halts: The train will stop at several stations, including Nagpur, Wardha, Dhamangaon, Badnera, Akola, Shegaon, Malkapur, Bhusawal, Manmad, Kopargaon, Belapur, Ahmednagar, Daund Chord Line, and Uruli.
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Composition: The train will consist of 18 AC 3-Tier coaches and 2 Guard Brake Vans, totaling 20 coaches.
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Lokmanya Tilak Terminus-Santragachi Junction Weekly Special Train (Train No. 01107/01108)
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Departure from Lokmanya Tilak Terminus: The train will depart at 20:15 hours on October 29 and November 5, 2024, reaching Nagpur the next day at 10:15 hours, and arriving at Santragachi Junction at 05:00 hours on the third day. (Total: 2 services)
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Departure from Santragachi Junction: It will leave at 15:50 hours on October 31 and November 7, 2024, reaching Nagpur at 10:50 hours the next day and Lokmanya Tilak Terminus at 23:45 hours. (Total: 2 services)
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Halts: This train will halt at Thane, Kalyan, Igatpuri, Nashik, Bhusawal, Akola, Badnera, Nagpur, Gondia, Durg, Raipur, Bilaspur, Jharsuguda, Rourkela, Chakradharpur, Tatanagar, and Kharagpur.
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Composition: The service will include 1 First AC, 3 Second AC, 15 Third AC coaches, 1 Pantry Car, and 2 Guard Brake Vans, totaling 22 coaches.
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Reservations and Booking Information:
Reservations for these special trains have already commenced and can be made at all computerized reservation centers or through the official website, www.irctc.co.in. Passengers are advised to check the detailed timings of halts by visiting www.enquiry.indianrail.gov.in or by downloading the NTES app.
Travelers are encouraged to take advantage of these additional services to ensure a comfortable journey during the festive season.
