festival travel
Indian Railways Deploys 12,000 Special Trains to Handle Chhath Festival Rush and Festive Season Travel
Oct 22, 2025 02:55 am CST
Indian Railways is operating over 12,000 special trains nationwide to manage the festive season rush, with plans to add 8,000 more for Chhath festival. Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw personally inspected arrangements at major stations as the network accommodates over one crore passengers through enhanced facilities and dedicated holding areas, demonstrating the commitment of 12 lakh railway employees working round-the-clock to ensure comfortable travel experiences.
Delhi Metro Announces Special Train Timings for Diwali 2025: Complete Schedule Details
Oct 18, 2025 09:31 pm CST
Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has announced special metro train timings for Diwali 2025. Services will begin at 6 AM on October 19 on Pink, Magenta, and Grey Lines, while the last trains on Diwali day (October 20) will depart at 10 PM from all terminal stations. These adjustments aim to facilitate travel during one of Delhi's busiest festivals.