ndian Railways has rolled out 540 special train services to facilitate hassle-free travel for passengers during the ongoing festive season of Holi. These additional services are aimed at ensuring comfortable journeys and alleviating the surge in passenger demand.
The special train services are strategically planned to connect key destinations across the country, spanning railway routes such as Delhi-Patna, Delhi-Bhagalpur, Delhi-Muzaffarpur, Delhi-Saharsa, Gorakhpur-Mumbai, Kolkata-Puri, Guwahati-Ranchi, New Delhi-Sri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra, Jaipur-Bandra Terminus, Pune-Danapur, Durg-Patna, Barauni-Surat, and more.
With 16 railway zones contributing to the initiative, Indian Railways has meticulously arranged the special services to cater to varying passenger needs and travel demands. These services encompass both reserved and unreserved categories, ensuring inclusivity and accessibility for all commuters.
| S.NO. | RAILWAY | NOTIFIED SERVICES |
| 1 | CR | 88 |
| 2 | ECR | 79 |
| 3 | ER | 17 |
| 4 | ECoR | 12 |
| 5 | NCR | 16 |
| 6 | NER | 39 |
| 7 | NFR | 14 |
| 8 | NR | 93 |
| 9 | NWR | 25 |
| 10 | SCR | 19 |
| 11 | SER | 34 |
| 12 | SECR | 4 |
| 13 | SR | 19 |
| 14 | SWR | 6 |
| 15 | WCR | 13 |
| 16 | WR | 62 |
| Total | 540 |
To manage the anticipated crowd influx, stringent crowd control measures have been implemented, including the formation of queues at terminus stations under the supervision of Railway Protection Force (RPF) staff. This ensures orderly entry of passengers into unreserved coaches, enhancing safety and convenience for travelers.
Furthermore, additional RPF personnel have been deployed at major stations to bolster security arrangements and safeguard passenger interests. Officers on Emergency Duty are stationed at key stations to oversee the smooth operation of trains, while dedicated staff are strategically positioned to address any disruptions in train services promptly.
To enhance passenger experience, measures have been taken to ensure frequent and timely announcements of train arrivals and departures, complete with platform numbers. This proactive approach aims to minimize confusion and streamline the boarding process for passengers.
