Indian Railways Launches 1,702 Special Trains for Diwali and Chhath Puja Festival Travel

Oct 19, 2025 02:34 pm CST

Central Railway is operating 1,702 special trains for Diwali and Chhath Puja to meet increased travel demand, with services from major stations including Mumbai CSMT and Nagpur. Enhanced passenger facilities include holding areas with amenities at major stations, additional ticket counters, and mobile booking options. Railways has also warned against sharing misleading content on social media during the festive rush.