In view heavy rush of pilgrims for the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj, Western Railway has announced the operation of several special trains to accommodate the expected surge in passenger traffic. These trains will connect key cities in Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh with major pilgrimage destinations in Uttar Pradesh and Bihar.
Western Railway has launched 98 special trains to facilitate pilgrim movement for Mahakumbh 2025, with 34 operated by the Ahmedabad division. Dedicated RPF teams ensure safety, and bookings have already begun, with most trains witnessing full occupancy, said Ahmedabad Railway PRO Ajay Solanki.
Special Train Schedule
Train 09031: Udhana - Ghazipur CityDates: January 17, 2025, and February 16, 2025 (2 Trips)Departure: Udhana Station at 06:40 AMArrival: Ghazipur City at 18:05 PM the next dayRoute: Via Vadodara, Ratlam, Ujjain, Bina, Prayagraj Jn., Varanasi Jn., Jaunpur Jn.
Train 09019: Valsad - DanapurDates: January 8, 17, 21, 25; February 8, 15, 19, and 26 (8 Trips)Departure: Valsad Station at 08:40 AMArrival: Danapur at 18:00 PM the next dayRoute: Via Nandurbar, Bhusaval Jn., Itarsi Jn., Jabalpur, Satna, Prayagrajcheoki, DD Upadhyay Jn.
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Train 09017: Vapi - GayaDates: January 9, 16, 18, 20, 22, 24; February 7, 14, 18, and 22 (10 Trips)Departure: Vapi Station at 08:20 AMArrival: Gaya at 19:00 PM the next dayRoute: Via Nandurbar, Bhusaval Jn., Itarsi Jn., Jabalpur, Satna, Prayagrajcheoki, DD Upadhyay Jn.
Passengers are encouraged to take advantage of these special train services. Booking for these trains opened on December 21, 2024, and can be done through Reservation Centres or online via the IRCTC website.