Railway introduces special trains ahead of Maha Kumbh 2025, details inside

Western Railway has launched special trains for the Maha Kumbh 2025. 98 special trains have been introduced with a focus on passenger convenience, hygiene and the proper functioning

Maha Kumbh 2025 special trains: Western Railway has introduced special trains ahead of the Maha Kumbh 2025 to ensure a smooth and secure journey for the huge influx of devotees. With an emphasis on passenger convenience, cleanliness, and the appropriate operation of electric appliances, Ahmedabad Division Railway PRO Ajay Solanki announced the introduction of 98 special trains. Additionally, RPF teams have been stationed for security and guidance.

 

According to the official, the Indian Railways would run over 10,000 trains, including 3,300 special trains, to accommodate the high volume of passengers attending the Sangam Snan, one of the Maha Kumbh's most important activities. 

 

Notably, Indian Railways has made strong plans to guarantee that millions of devotees can travel to and from the holy city in safety and effectiveness. 

Maha Kumbh 2025: State-wise trains 

Western Railway: In preparation for Maha Kumbh 2025, the Western Railway has launched 98 special trains that will provide passenger comfort, cleanliness, and electrical appliance operation. Officials from the Government Railway Police (GRP) and Railway Protection Force (RPF) have been tasked with guiding travellers from specified locations to their trains.

 

From Jaynagar to Jhusi: On January 10, 24, 31, February 1, and March 1, the North Eastern Railway (NER) special train (05285/05286) will make four trips from Jaynagar to Jhusi. It will make stops at important stations, including Varanasi, Muzaffarpur, Madhubani, and Darbhanga. On January 24, 18, and 20, among other days, many special trains would leave from Moula Ali to Gaya and Guntur to Azamgarh.

 

From Una to Prayagraj: Between January 17 and February 23, special trains will stop at Nangal Dam, Anandpur Sahib, Roop Nagar, Morinda, Chandigarh, Roorkee, Najibabad,  Ambala Cantt, Yamunanagar Jagadhri, Saharanpur, Moradabad, Bareilly, Shahjahanpur, Lucknow, and Rae Bareli on their way from Una to Prayagraj.

 

There will be 18 coaches on these trains, including three-tier air-conditioned coaches, sleepers, and generals. AC three-tier coaches cost Rs 1,670, while sleeper coaches cost Rs 620. According to PTI, general ticket booking for coaches would begin two hours prior to the train's departure.

Ring rail route services: Over 500 trains will operate on ring rail

Prayagraj-Ayodhya-Varanasi-Prayagraj and Prayagraj-Sangam are among the routes. Govindpuri-Prayagraj-Chitrakoot-Govindpuri, Prayag-Jaunpur-Prayag-Prayagraj, and Jhansi-Govindpuri-Prayagraj-Manikpur-Chitrakoot-Jhansi.

 

South Central Railway: The SCR also declared a list of special train services for the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025. Here is a complete list:

 

- Train 7701 will depart from Guntur at 23:00 on January 24 and arrive in Azamgarh at 17:15 the next day.

 

- Train 7702 will depart from Azamgarh at 19:45 on January 26 and arrive in Guntur by 09:00 the next day.

 

- Train 7707 will depart Moula Ali at 23:55 and arrive in Azamgarh by 17:15 the following day. This train will travel on two dates: January 18 and February 21.

 

- Train 7708 will return from Azamgarh to Moula Ali on January 20 and February 23, leaving at 19:45 and arriving at 07:30 on the second day.

 

- Train 7711 will depart Moula Ali for Gaya at 17:50 on January 19 and arrive at 09:00 the following morning.

 

- Train 7712 returns from Gaya to Moula Ali on January 21 with a similar timetable.

- Train 7719 will depart from Guntur at 14:20 on January 25 and arrive in Gaya at 09:00 the following morning.

 

- Train 7720 will depart Gaya at 14:15 on January 27 and arrive in Guntur at 04:00 the next day.

 

- Train 7721 departs Nanded for Patna at 23:00 on January 22 and arrives at 10:30 the next morning.

 

- Train 7722 returns from Patna to Nanded on January 24, leaving at 15:30 and arriving at 04:30.

 

- Train 7725 departs Kacheguda for Patna at 16:45 on January 25 and arrives at 10:30 the next morning.

 

- Train 7726 returns from Patna to Kacheguda on January 27, leaving at 11:30 and arriving at 07:00 the next day.

Mahakumbh 2025: Official statements 

Railway Protection Force (RPF) teams have been deployed at stations to give guidance and guarantee safety. “… For the convenience of passengers, Western Railway is running Kumbh special trains and denoting them through flex painting… Hygiene and the working of electric appliances are being taken care of… Up till now, 98 special trains have been started… RPF teams have been deployed at stations to guide passengers and security…” stated Ajay Solanki. 

 

The Railway Board's Executive Director of Information and Publicity, Dilip Kumar, provided specifics of the all-comprehensive strategy to manage the extraordinary rush. According to Mr. Kumar, various measures have been implemented to control crowds, such as designating waiting and holding sections for unreserved passengers at stations by color. 

 

In explanation, he added, “Colour-coded waiting and holding areas have been created at the train station for the unreserved class. RPF and GRP officers have been deployed to take travelers from their area to the train in a queue. A large unit of TTs from the commercial department has also been assigned duties."

Maha Kumbh 2025: Other facilities 

For the visitors' stay, IRCTC has established a 'tent city' in Prayagraj. At each station, medical staff will be on duty around-the-clock in medical booths and small hospitals. 

 

Executive Director of Information and Publicity, Railway Board said, “Arrangements have been made to provide First-Aid and also assistance for serious medical issues. Parallelly, ambulances have been arranged, and we have chalked out an emergency plan in collaboration with various hospitals, with the help of the state government. Announcements will be done in more than 12 languages. We have prepared an information booklet in more than 22 languages".  

All about the Maha Kumbh 2025

According to official records, over 45 crore devotees are anticipated to attend the Mahakumbh, which is being celebrated after a 12-year gap. The main bathing rituals (Shahi Snan) of the Kumbh will take place on January 14 (Makar Sankranti), January 29 (Mauni Amavasya), and February 3 (Basant Panchami). 

 

The Mahakumbh will take place at the Sangam, the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati rivers, where devotees will congregate to take a holy dip that is thought to absolve for sins and grant moksha (liberation).