Kolkata, February 5: In anticipation of the expected surge in passengers during the upcoming Holi festival, Indian Railways has arranged special train services in various directions. The Eastern Railway has planned to operate 94 special trains this year to ensure smooth travel for those returning to their hometowns, visiting family, celebrating the festival, and traveling to significant pilgrimage sites like Puri.
The 94 special train journeys will include 10 trips between Kolkata and Raxaul (via Barauni), 8 trips between Kolkata and Madhubani (via Barauni), and 20 trips between Kolkata and Gorakhpur (via Patna). Additionally, there will be 8 trips between Howrah and Anand Vihar (via Jhajha-Kiul-Gaya), 8 trips between Howrah and Khati Pura (via Jhajha-Kiul-Gaya), 2 trips between Kolkata and New Jalpaiguri, and 8 trips between Sealdah and Puri.
Moreover, the plan includes 6 trips between Asansol and Gorakhpur (via Patna), 8 trips between Malda Town and Anand Vihar (via Jhajha-Kiul-Gaya), 8 trips between Malda Town and Udhna (via Kiul-Gaya), and 8 trips between Malda and Mumbai (via Kiul-Patna).
These special services are expected to significantly alleviate the crowd during Holi, providing convenient travel options for pilgrims wishing to celebrate the festival at major religious sites. The Eastern Railway will closely monitor passenger demand and is prepared to operate additional special Holi trains on specific routes if necessary.
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