Eastern Railway Enhances Durga Puja Commuter Services

Eastern Railway plans to operate 31 special EMU trains daily in Sealdah during Durga Puja to accommodate increased passenger traffic. These services will run from September 27 to October 2. The main and north sections will see 19 special services, while the south section will have 12.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Kolkata | Updated: 25-09-2025 20:19 IST | Created: 25-09-2025 20:19 IST
Eastern Railway Enhances Durga Puja Commuter Services
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In anticipation of heightened passenger traffic during Durga Puja, Eastern Railway has announced plans to run 31 special EMU train services daily. According to an official, these services are scheduled to operate in the Sealdah division to manage the festive rush effectively.

The special train services will commence on September 27 and continue through October 2. In the main and north sections, routes between Sealdah and destinations such as Ranaghat, Kalyani, Naihati, Krishnanagar, and Bangaon will see increased train frequency, with 19 special services running each day.

Additionally, the south section will benefit from 12 special services daily, enhancing connectivity between Sealdah and areas such as Baruipur and Budge Budge. This initiative aims to provide a smoother travel experience for commuters during the celebrations.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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