Indian Railways has brought great news for passengers planning to travel to Uttar Pradesh and Bihar during the upcoming Holi festival. Every year, trains witness a massive rush during this season, making it difficult for people to get confirmed tickets. To solve this problem and ensure a comfortable journey, the railway administration has announced the operation of several special trains from Delhi and other major stations.
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List of Key Holi Special Trains
The Northern Railway and North Eastern Railway have released the schedule for these special trains. These trains will connect cities like New Delhi, Anand Vihar, and Chandigarh to destinations such as Gorakhpur, Barauni, and Supaul. You can check the details below to plan your trip.
| Train Name & Number | Route | Dates & Schedule |
|---|---|---|
| New Delhi-Gorakhpur Special (04022/04021) | New Delhi to Gorakhpur | Departs Feb 20, 27, Mar 6 at 2:00 PM |
| New Delhi-Barauni Special (04054/04053) | New Delhi to Barauni | Daily from Feb 20 to Mar 6 at 7:50 PM |
| New Delhi-Supaul Special (04060/04059) | New Delhi to Supaul | Feb 20 to Mar 6 at 9:35 PM |
| Chandigarh-Gorakhpur Special (04514/04513) | Chandigarh to Gorakhpur | Feb 26, Mar 5 at 11:35 PM |
| Anand Vihar-Laukaha Bazar Special (04014/04013) | Anand Vihar to Laukaha Bazar | Feb 27, Mar 6 at 3:40 PM |
| Anand Vihar-Sheikhpura Special (04070/04069) | Anand Vihar to Sheikhpura | Feb 20, 24, 27, Mar 3, 6 |
Ticket Booking and Facility Details
Booking for these special trains has already started on the IRCTC website and mobile app. These trains will offer AC, Sleeper, and General coach facilities to cater to all types of passengers. Travelers should keep in mind that fares for special trains are sometimes slightly higher than regular mail or express trains.
This year, Indian Railways is running around 1400 to 1500 special trains across the country, which is about 25% more than last year. This massive arrangement aims to manage the heavy passenger flow from metros like Delhi and Mumbai towards eastern states. Additionally, for the convenience of passengers, the Ajmer-Kishanganj Garib Nawaz Express has been given a new stoppage at Bandikui Junction starting February 16.
