Festival special train 2025: Indian Railways (IR) is operating more than 12,000 special trains this festive season to manage the heavy rush of passengers and ensure they reach their hometowns or destinations safely. These special services include both reserved and unreserved trains, while regular train operations continue as usual.
In the past two days, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw visited New Delhi and Anand Vihar railway stations to review arrangements for passenger safety and convenience during the festive season. During his inspection, the minister inspected the holding areas and interacted directly with passengers.
55% Surge
Increase in Festival Special Trains
Central Railway
1,998
trains
Northern Railway
1,919
trains
Western Railway
1,501
trains
North Western Railway
1,217
trains
East Central Railway
1,217
trains
South Central Railway
973
trains
Southern Railway
527
trains
North Eastern Railway
442
trains
North Central Railway
438
trains
Northeast Frontier Railway
427
trains
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Indian Railways Festival special trains 2025
In a statement, the national transporter said: “IR is running 12000 special trains during the festive season (Puja, Chhath, Diwali) as compared to 7724 train ran in 2024.”
Top 10 railway zones with maximum special trains for Diwali, Durga Puja & Chhath
In 2025, the Central Railway is operating the highest number of festival special trains for Durga Puja, Diwali, and Chhath, with 1,998 services. It is followed by the Northern Railway (1,919), Western Railway (1,501), North Western and East Central Railways (1,217 each), South Central Railway (973), Southern Railway (527), North Eastern Railway (442), North Central Railway (438), Northeast Frontier Railway (427), and East Coast Railway (367).
Top 10 Indian Railway zones with highest number of special trains for Puja, Diwali & Chhath
(Source: Ministry of Railways)
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