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Indian Railways launches daily overnight Delhi‑Kanpur train via Aligarh
✍️ India.com
🗓 24 Sep 2026, 05:17 PM
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Indian Railways has introduced a new daily overnight service linking Delhi and Kanpur, with a stop at Aligarh.
The Ministry of Railways announced the commencement of a new daily overnight train that will run between the national capital, Delhi, and the industrial hub of Kanpur. The service is scheduled to depart Delhi in the evening and reach Kanpur the following morning, providing a convenient option for long‑distance travelers.
A key feature of the schedule is a scheduled halt at Aligarh, allowing passengers from the city and surrounding districts to board the train without needing to travel to either terminal. The addition of this stop is expected to ease connectivity for the region, which has seen growing demand for direct rail links.
The railway authority has not disclosed the exact train number or the composition of coaches, but it is expected to include both AC and non‑AC accommodations to cater to a broad passenger base. The launch aligns with Indian Railways' broader effort to expand overnight services on high‑traffic corridors, aiming to reduce travel time and improve passenger comfort.
A key feature of the schedule is a scheduled halt at Aligarh, allowing passengers from the city and surrounding districts to board the train without needing to travel to either terminal. The addition of this stop is expected to ease connectivity for the region, which has seen growing demand for direct rail links.
The railway authority has not disclosed the exact train number or the composition of coaches, but it is expected to include both AC and non‑AC accommodations to cater to a broad passenger base. The launch aligns with Indian Railways' broader effort to expand overnight services on high‑traffic corridors, aiming to reduce travel time and improve passenger comfort.