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Due to the difficulty of reserving train tickets during the summer period, the Indian Railways has implemented the summer special train service to help manage the seasonal holiday rush of passenger travel and improve passenger convenience. The Asansol division of Indian Railways officials have stated that this special train service is meant to alleviate overcrowding and offer more travel options during peak travel periods.

Train Service Dates

The summer special train will operate between New Delhi and Howrah from April 17 through July 12 with the following train schedule:

  • Departures from New Delhi to Howrah - every Friday at 06:15 PM
  • Departures from Howrah to New Delhi - every Sunday at 01:40 PM

The train service will not operate on May 22 or May 24.

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Station Stops

The summer special train will stop at several major railway stations to offer passengers from the states of Bihar and West Bengal easy access to the train, including the following important stations along the route of travel: Asansol, Durgapur, Chittaranjan, Jasidih, and Madhupur.

Passenger Accommodations

There will be accommodations available on this train service that cater to different types of travellers, such as:

  • Air-conditioned (AC) Coaches for comfort.
  • Sleeper Class for lower-cost riding with bed accommodation.
  • General Compartment for shorter distance travel or those without a reservation.

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Passenger Benefits

This special train will provide travel opportunities for passengers travelling to New Delhi or Kolkata from places such as Jamui, Jasidih, and other nearby localities.

Railway officials are encouraging passengers to purchase tickets ahead of time in order to avoid being stuck in lines or having to wait when they get there. This initiative will help reduce traffic jams and make travel easier during the peak summer travel periods.


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