Central Railway Announces Special Trains for Festive Season
In response to the increased number of passengers during the Diwali and Chhat Puja festivals, Central Railway has announced two additional unreserved special trains between Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) and Gorakhpur in Uttar Pradesh.
Train Schedule and Details
The first train (No. 01019) will leave CSMT Mumbai at 2:30 PM on October 28, 2024, and will arrive in Gorakhpur at 11:00 PM the next day. The second train (No. 01020) will depart from Gorakhpur at 12:45 AM on October 30, 2024, reaching CSMT Mumbai at 10:35 AM the following day.
Route and Stops
Both trains will stop at several stations, including Dadar, Thane, Kalyan, Igatpuri, Nashik Road, Bhusaval, Khandwa, Itarsi, Bhopal, Bina, Virangana Lakshmibai Jhansi, Orai, Kanpur Central, Lucknow, Barabanki, Gonda, and Basti.
Train Composition
Each train will have 15 Sleeper Class coaches and 2 guard cum brake vans, with sleeper coaches available on an unreserved basis.
Travel Advisory
Central Railways advises passengers to check detailed timings and halts on the Indian Railways’ website or the NTES app. Travelers are reminded to carry valid tickets to avoid inconvenience during the festive rush.
Doubts Revealed
Central Railway -: Central Railway is one of the zones of Indian Railways. It operates trains in the central part of India, including major cities like Mumbai.
Diwali -: Diwali is a major Hindu festival celebrated in India, known as the Festival of Lights. It involves lighting lamps, bursting crackers, and sharing sweets.
Chhat Puja -: Chhat Puja is a Hindu festival dedicated to the Sun God, mainly celebrated in the Indian states of Bihar, Jharkhand, and Uttar Pradesh. It involves offering prayers to the setting and rising sun.
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus -: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus is a historic railway station in Mumbai, India. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a major hub for trains in Mumbai.
Gorakhpur -: Gorakhpur is a city in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. It is known for its railway station, which is one of the busiest in India.
Unreserved special trains -: Unreserved special trains are trains where passengers do not need to reserve seats in advance. They can buy tickets and board the train without a specific seat number.
Sleeper Class coaches -: Sleeper Class coaches are a type of train compartment in India where passengers can sleep during long journeys. They have basic facilities and are more affordable than air-conditioned coaches.