Patna: In a relief for passengers planning to travel to Bihar during the festive season, Railways has announced the operation of 11 pairs of special trains on several routes to manage the expected rush during Durga Puja, Diwali and Chhath.
The additional services will improve rail connectivity between Bihar and major cities, including Bengaluru, Hubballi, Nagpur, Amritsar, Delhi and other destinations. The trains will serve stations such as Muzaffarpur, Saharsa, Samastipur, Jainagar, Gorakhpur and Buxar.
The special services are intended to give passengers more travel options beyond regular trains, which often experience heavy demand during the festive period.
Special Train to Connect Rishikesh and Kolkata via Gaya
Train numbers 04312/04311, operating between Yognagari Rishikesh and Kolkata, will run via Moradabad, Varanasi, Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Junction (DDU), Gaya and Dhanbad.
The service will provide an additional travel option for passengers travelling between northern India, Bihar, Jharkhand and West Bengal.
Passengers should check the official railway timetable for the train’s operating dates, timings and stoppages before planning their journeys.
Hubballi–Muzaffarpur Special for South India Passengers
A special train from Hubballi to Muzaffarpur will provide another option for passengers travelling from southern India to Bihar.
According to the reported schedule, the train will depart Hubballi at 4:45 pm on Tuesdays through October 24 and reach Muzaffarpur via Patna at around 2:30 pm the following day.
The return service is scheduled to depart between October 16 and November 27 on Fridays at 8:40 am.
The service could benefit people from Bihar who live, work or study in Karnataka and other parts of southern India.
Yeshwantpur–Saharsa Special to Improve Karnataka Connectivity
A special train will also connect Yeshwantpur and Saharsa, offering an additional option for long-distance passengers.
The reported schedule states that the train will depart Yeshwantpur at 7 am on Sundays between November 11 and November 29, reaching Saharsa at around 8:20 pm on Tuesday.
In the return direction, the train will depart Saharsa at 5:55 am on Wednesdays between October 14 and December 2.
Passengers should verify the exact operating dates through official railway sources, as the reported date ranges and weekday details should be checked against the final timetable.
Additional Services From Nagpur and Amritsar
Passengers travelling from central and northern India will also have additional options.
A special train from Nagpur to Samastipur is scheduled to operate on Wednesdays between October 21 and November 11.
Another service will connect Chheharta and Muzaffarpur, with operations reported on Mondays between October 19 and November 30.
An Amritsar–Jainagar special train is also included in the festive travel arrangements, providing an additional option for passengers travelling between Punjab and northern Bihar.
More Special Trains to Connect Bihar With Other Regions
The railway arrangements also include services on the following routes:
- Narangi–Gorakhpur
- Tata–Buxar
- Udhna–Jainagar
These services are expected to provide additional connectivity for passengers travelling to Bihar from different parts of the country.
For people returning home for family gatherings and religious observances, the additional trains could offer alternatives when regular services are heavily booked.
25 Electric Buses to Operate in Patna and Nearby Areas
Alongside the railway arrangements, public transport services around Patna are also being expanded.
According to the Bihar State Road Transport Corporation (BSRTC), Bihar has received 27 new PM electric buses, of which 25 are being deployed in Patna and surrounding areas.
The electric buses will serve routes connecting the state capital with nearby towns and localities, giving commuters additional options for everyday travel.
Electric Bus Routes to Include Bihta, Maner and Hajipur
The planned services will connect Patna with several nearby destinations, including:
- Maner
- Janipur
- Hajipur
- Naubatpur
- Jandaha
- Bikram
- Jagannpura ISBT
- Bihta–Amhara
- Danapur–Shivala
- Paliganj
According to the reported deployment plan, 10 buses each will operate on the Bihta–Amhara, Danapur–Shivala and Janipur routes, while four buses are planned for Paliganj.
Two buses each are planned for Naubatpur, Maner, Hajipur–Jandaha, Jagannpura ISBT and Bikram.
The final route-wise deployment and schedules should be confirmed with the transport corporation.
Eight Pink Buses Also Added to Bihar’s Fleet
Bihar’s bus fleet has also been expanded with eight pink buses.
The reported allocation includes two buses between Kargil Chowk and Paliganj, three for the Danapur–Shivala route and three for Janipur.
These services are expected to add to public transport options for passengers travelling between Patna and nearby areas.
Extra Transport Options Ahead of Diwali and Chhath
The combined railway and road transport measures are aimed at easing travel during one of the busiest periods of the year.
The special trains will offer additional long-distance connections for people returning to Bihar from other states, while electric buses are expected to improve connectivity between Patna and nearby towns.
Passengers are advised to check official railway and bus schedules before travelling, as operating dates, departure times, stoppages and route allocations may be revised.
