Indian Railways to Operate Three Special Train Services for Maha Kumbh Pilgrims
Nalanda: In response to the anticipated surge in passenger traffic during the Maha Kumbh, Indian Railways has announced three pairs of special trains to enhance convenience for devotees. These Kumbh Mela special trains will operate between January 6 and February 17, catering to pilgrims traveling to key religious destinations.
Train Details and Schedules
1. Train No. 07107/07108: Tirupati-Banaras-Vijayawada Kumbh Mela Special
Outbound Journey:
Train No. 07107 will depart from Tirupati at 20:55 on January 18, February 8, 15, and 22. It will arrive in Banaras at 15:45 on the following Monday, with stops at:
Sonnagar (11:25)
Dehri on Sone (11:45)
Sasaram (12:08)
Bhabua Road (12:45)
Chandauli Manjhawar (13:15)
DDU (14:20)
Return Journey:
Train No. 07108 will leave Banaras at 17:30 on January 20, February 10, 17, and 24, reaching Vijayawada at 05:30 on Wednesday. It will stop at:
DDU (19:05)
Chandauli Manjhawar (19:33)
Bhabua Road (19:55)
Sasaram (20:20)
Dehri on Sone (20:40)
Sonnagar (20:53)
2. Train No. 07109/07110: Narsapur-Banaras-Narsapur Kumbh Mela Special
Outbound Journey:
Train No. 07109 will depart from Narsapur at 06:00 on January 26 and February 2, arriving in Banaras at 15:45 on Monday. Key stops include:
Sonnagar (11:25)
Dehri on Sone (11:45)
Sasaram (12:08)
Bhabua Road (12:45)
Chandauli Manjhawar (13:15)
DDU (14:20)
Return Journey:
Train No. 07110 will leave Banaras at 17:30 on January 27 and February 3, reaching Narsapur at 05:00 on Wednesday. Stops include:
DDU (19:05)
Chandauli Manjhawar (19:33)
Bhabua Road (19:55)
Sasaram (20:20)
Dehri on Sone (20:40)
Sonnagar (20:53)
3. Train No. 04153/04154: Kanpur-Bhagalpur-Kanpur Weekly Kumbh Mela Special
Outbound Journey:
Train No. 04153 will depart from Kanpur at 14:00 every Monday between January 6 and February 17, except on January 13 and 27. It will reach Bhagalpur at 09:15 the next day, with key stops at:
Prayagraj (16:40)
DDU (19:25)
Patliputra (23:45)
Hajipur (00:40)
Barauni (02:40)
Return Journey:
Train No. 04154 will depart from Bhagalpur at 11:00 every Tuesday between January 7 and February 18, except on January 14 and 28, reaching Kanpur at 04:30 the next day. Key stops include:
Patliputra (17:10)
DDU (21:20)
Prayagraj (01:05)
Enhanced Connectivity for Devotees
The special trains aim to ensure smooth and comfortable travel for pilgrims attending the Maha Kumbh. With stops at major religious and transit hubs, the services are designed to cater to the increased demand during this spiritual gathering.
