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Special Diwali, Chhath Trains to Serve 10 States; 30 MP Stations to Benefit
✍️ Bhaskar English
🗓 21 Sep 2026, 07:32 AM
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Indian Railways has announced special trains for the upcoming Diwali and Chhath festivals, covering ten states and providing direct benefits to passengers at thirty stations in Madhya Pradesh.
Indian Railways issued a circular ahead of the festive season, confirming the deployment of special trains to accommodate the surge in travel for Diwali and Chhath. The schedule spans ten states, linking major pilgrimage and commercial hubs to ensure smooth movement of devotees and holiday shoppers.
The railway authority highlighted that thirty stations in Madhya Pradesh will receive direct benefits, with additional coaches and priority bookings aimed at reducing congestion. Passengers at these stations can expect dedicated services that align with the peak travel days of both festivals.
Officials said the initiative is part of a broader effort to enhance connectivity during high‑demand periods, and they urged travelers to book tickets early through official channels to avoid last‑minute hassles.
The railway authority highlighted that thirty stations in Madhya Pradesh will receive direct benefits, with additional coaches and priority bookings aimed at reducing congestion. Passengers at these stations can expect dedicated services that align with the peak travel days of both festivals.
Officials said the initiative is part of a broader effort to enhance connectivity during high‑demand periods, and they urged travelers to book tickets early through official channels to avoid last‑minute hassles.