Delhi traffic police announce restrictions, advisory for Chhath Puja, lists 7 alternative routes
- Northern Railway is operating 31 special trains from Delhi-area stations on November 11 to manage increased Chhath Puja travel to Bihar and eastern Uttar Pradesh.
- Neeraj Upadhyay said the number of special trains increased from about 400 last year to 650 this year, with 25% more coaches added.
- The Railways introduced a train-on-demand service that can arrange an additional train within about 15 minutes when passenger demand rises sharply.
- New Delhi and Anand Vihar stations have holding areas, while New Delhi has about 700 AI-enabled cameras and an AI-based passenger head-count system.
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Chhath Puja rush: 650 special trains, 25% extra coaches, train-on-demand facility among Railways' arrangements
With Chhath Mahaparv approaching, railway stations are beginning to see a rise in the number of passengers travelling home for the festival. To manage the rush and make journeys easier, the Railways has stepped up its arrangements this year, increasing the number of special trains and adding extra coaches to existing services. The number of special trains has gone up from around 400 last year to 650 this time, while 25 per cent additional coache…
Indian Railways has made extensive arrangements for passengers returning home for Chhath Puja and Diwali. Around 1,500 special trains are running from Maharashtra, while more than 18,000 special trains will be available nationwide. Holding areas and 700 AI cameras have been installed at 20 stations to manage crowds. Platform ticket sales will also be suspended at many stations in Maharashtra until November 15th.
Chhath Puja: Railways Runs 30+ Special Trains As Passengers Head To Bihar, UP; Mumbai Expects 5 Lakh Devotees
The preparations for the Chhath Puja 2026 have gained momentum in several cities, with places such as Delhi, Mumbai, and Lucknow gearing up for the festival, which will be attended by several thousand people. The administration is taking steps to ensure
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