To manage the massive post-festival exodus following Chhath Puja, the railway administration has introduced a series of special trains connecting Bihar and eastern Uttar Pradesh with major metros such as Delhi, Mumbai, and Kolkata. The move comes amid soaring passenger volumes and renewed emphasis on safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible rail mobility.
The North Eastern Railway has announced eight Puja Special services scheduled between 28 October and 1 November 2025. These trains are designed to alleviate congestion and ensure passengers, especially migrant workers and families returning to their workplaces, can travel safely and comfortably. Officials said additional air-conditioned, sleeper, and general coaches have been deployed to expand capacity.
The new services include key routes from Chhapra to Delhi, Mumbai, and Anand Vihar, alongside connections from Siwan to Kolkata and New Jalpaiguri. Each of these trains is expected to accommodate between 17 and 22 coaches, reflecting a significant increase in operational readiness during the festive period. Unreserved trains have also been scheduled to ensure equitable access for passengers across income groups, an essential step towards inclusive public transport.
Beyond easing immediate travel challenges, the move reflects the railway’s broader commitment to social and environmental goals. Officials highlighted that rail remains India’s most energy-efficient mode of long-distance travel, offering a lower carbon footprint per passenger than road or air transport. By enhancing capacity during peak demand, Indian Railways reinforces its role as a sustainable mobility backbone for the country’s expanding population.
Special attention has also been directed towards cleanliness, punctuality, and safety, with station and on-board teams instructed to maintain high operational standards. The initiative has been applauded by transport experts, who view it as a strategic balance between festival demand management and long-term public transport reform. They note that ensuring equitable access to affordable rail travelespecially during festival migration supports both social welfare and the national sustainability agenda.
As India moves toward carbon-neutral transport systems, efficient festival-season planning like this not only strengthens the country’s mobility infrastructure but also reinforces the social fabric that binds its citizens across states. For millions of passengers returning home after Chhath, these special trains are more than a logistical measure they are a reaffirmation of connectivity, inclusion, and collective progress.
Mumbai Delhi Get Eight Bihar Special Trains For Post Chhath Rush
