In response to the high demand for train tickets during the Holi festival, Northern Railways has announced the operation of several special trains to accommodate the surge of passengers. This initiative aims to facilitate smooth travel for individuals planning to celebrate the festival with their loved ones, ensuring that the festive spirit is not dampened by the unavailability of transport.
Key Highlights:
Enhanced Connectivity for Holi: Understanding the difficulties passengers face in securing train tickets during the Holi season, Northern Railways is introducing special trains to key destinations, ensuring that travelers can reach their destinations comfortably and safely.
Special Train Services: Among the special services, train number 04066/04065 will operate between Anand Vihar and Patna Junction, running on specific dates in February and March. This service is designed to cater to the increased travel demand between these significant locations during the festive period.
Varied Routes and Schedules: Additional special trains include the 04062/04061 from Delhi Junction, 04060/04059 from Anand Vihar Terminal, and 01664/01663 from Anand Vihar Terminal to Saharsa Junction, each set to run on predetermined dates in March, providing multiple travel options for passengers.
Coverage of Major Junctions: The special trains will cover a range of important junctions including Barauni, Jaynagar, Jogbani, Darbhanga, and Sitamarhi, offering extensive connectivity across different regions and catering to the heavy passenger flow during the Holi festival.
Planned Operations and Timetable: The trains are scheduled to operate on specific days in March, ensuring that the services are available during the peak time of the festival when the demand for travel is at its highest, thus helping passengers plan their journeys effectively.
| Train Number | From | To | Operation Dates | Days of Operation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04066/04065 | Anand Vihar | Patna Junction | 21st to 28th Feb (Anand Vihar) <br> 22nd to 29th Mar (Patna) | Every Monday & Thursday (Anand Vihar) <br> Every Tuesday & Friday (Patna) |
| 04062/04061 | Delhi Junction | Barauni Junction | 24th & 31st Mar (Delhi) <br> 25th Mar & 1st Apr (Barauni) | – |
| 04060/04059 | Anand Vihar Terminal | Jaynagar | 22nd to 29th Mar (Anand Vihar) <br> 23rd to 30th Mar (Jaynagar) | Every Tuesday & Friday (Anand Vihar) <br> Every Wednesday & Saturday (Jaynagar) |
| 01664/01663 | Anand Vihar Terminal | Saharsa Junction | 25th Mar (Anand Vihar) <br> 27th Mar (Saharsa) | – |
| 04010/04009 | Anand Vihar | Jogbani | 26th Mar (Anand Vihar) <br> 28th Mar (Jogbani) | – |
| 04068/04067 | Delhi Junction | Darbhanga Junction | 22nd to 29th Mar (Delhi) <br> 23rd to 30th Mar (Darbhanga) | Every Tuesday & Friday (Delhi) <br> Every Wednesday & Saturday (Darbhanga) |
| 04004/04005 | New Delhi | Sitamarhi Junction | Dates not specified | – |
