Maha Kumbh 2025 special trains announced by Indian railways for Bihar, Jammu, UP, check out the route and timings

Maha Kumbh 2025 special trains: The Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 is set to welcome millions of devotees to Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. This grand event, celebrated at the Triveni Sangam, the meeting point of the rivers Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati, holds immense spiritual importance. To make travel more convenient for pilgrims, the Indian Railways has planned several special trains for Maha Kumbh Mela 2025. Let’s explore the routes, services, and details of this arrangement.

Spiritual Importance of Maha Kumbh Mela 2025

The Maha Kumbh Mela is one of the largest religious gatherings in the world, occurring once every 12 years. In 2025, this grand event will take place from 13 January to 26 February in Prayagraj. The event is expected to attract over 45 crore people, including pilgrims from all corners of India and abroad.

Devotees visit the Triveni Sangam to take a holy dip in the waters, which is believed to cleanse sins and bring blessings. Many will also participate in the Shahi Snan, a sacred bathing ritual.

Key dates for the Shahi Snan include:

• 14 January 2025 (Makar Sankranti)
• 29 January 2025 (Mauni Amavasya)
• 3 February 2025 (Basant Panchami)

Indian Railways’ Plan for Maha Kumbh Mela 2025

To accommodate the massive number of visitors, the Indian Railways will run 13,000 trains during the event. This includes 10,000 regular trains and 3,000 special trains, ensuring efficient travel to and from Prayagraj. These trains will operate for 50 days, starting a few days before the festival and continuing after its conclusion.

Key Special Train Services

Western Railway’s Contribution

Western Railway has introduced 98 special trains to serve pilgrims during the festival. These trains focus on cleanliness, passenger comfort, and the proper functioning of electric systems. To ensure security, officers from the Railway Protection Force (RPF) and Government Railway Police (GRP) will guide travellers from boarding areas to their respective trains.

Special Trains from Una to Prayagraj

• Starting from 17 January to 23 February 2025, special trains will operate between Una and Prayagraj.
• Key stops include Nangal Dam, Chandigarh, Lucknow, and Rae Bareli.
• These trains will have 18 coaches, including sleeper, general, and AC three-tier coaches.

Jaynagar to Jhusi Special Trains

The North Eastern Railway (NER) will run a special service between Jaynagar and Jhusi on 10, 24, and 31 January, and 1 and 3 February 2025. Major stops on this route include Madhubani, Darbhanga, Muzaffarpur, and Varanasi. These trains will make multiple trips to accommodate the growing number of passengers.

Special Trains from Guntur and Moula Ali

• Train 7701: Departs Guntur at 23:00 on 24 January, arriving in Azamgarh at 17:15 the next day.
• Train 7702: Leaves Azamgarh on 26 January at 19:45, reaching Guntur the following morning.
• Train 7707: This train operates on 18 January and 21 February, departing from Moula Ali at 23:55 and arriving in Azamgarh at 17:15 the next day.

Ring Rail Services for Better Connectivity

The Indian Railways has also introduced ring rail services for pilgrims travelling within and around Prayagraj. These services include routes such as:

• Prayagraj-Ayodhya-Varanasi-Prayagraj
• Prayagraj-Sangam Prayag-Jaunpur-Prayag-Prayagraj
• Govindpuri-Prayagraj-Chitrakoot-Govindpuri
• Jhansi-Govindpuri-Prayagraj-Manikpur-Chitrakoot-Jhansi

These additional routes ensure smooth transportation between nearby cities and Prayagraj.

Other special trains for Maha Kumbh 2025

• Train 7708: This train departs Azamgarh for Moula Ali on 20 January and 23 February, leaving at 19:45 and arriving at 07:30 the next morning.
• Train 7711: Departs Moula Ali for Gaya on 19 January at 17:50, reaching Gaya by 09:00 the following day.
• Train 7712: The return service from Gaya to Moula Ali operates on 21 January, following a similar timetable.
• Train 7719: Leaves Guntur for Gaya on 25 January at 14:20, arriving in Gaya at 09:00 the next day.
• Train 7720: Starts from Gaya to Guntur on 27 January, departing at 14:15 and reaching Guntur by 04:00 the following morning.
• Train 7721: Departs Nanded for Patna on 22 January at 23:00, arriving at 10:30 the next day.
• Train 7722: Returns from Patna to Nanded on 24 January, leaving at 15:30 and arriving at 04:30 the next day.
• Train 7725: Departs Kacheguda for Patna on 25 January at 16:45, arriving at 10:30 the next morning.
• Train 7726: Returns from Patna to Kacheguda on 27 January, departing at 11:30 and reaching Kacheguda by 07:00 the next day.

Superfast Train Between Bandra Terminus and Gorakhpur

The Western Railway has announced a Superfast Special Train between Bandra Terminus and Gorakhpur:

• Train 05054: Departs Bandra Terminus every Saturday at 21:20 and arrives in Gorakhpur at 06:45 on Monday. Services start from 15 February 2025 and will continue until further notice.
• Train 05053: Departs Gorakhpur every Friday at 07:50, reaching Bandra Terminus at 18:00 the next day. Services commence on 14 February 2025 and will operate until further notice.

Special Trains Between Katra and Prayagraj

To assist pilgrims attending the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025, the Indian Railways has scheduled three special trains between Katra (Shri Mata Vaishno Devi) and Prayagraj.

• The first train is set to depart from Katra on 24 January 2025, reaching Prayagraj on 25 January at 05:45.
• The return train will leave Prayagraj on 26 January at 03:15 and arrive back in Katra on 27 January at 05:05.

Details for the remaining two special trains will be shared soon, as per Union Minister Jitendra Singh, who announced the initiative on social media.

These trains aim to ensure smooth travel for devotees, offering convenient schedules and prioritising their comfort during this significant spiritual event.

Enhanced Services and Ticket Bookings

Ticket bookings for the Maha Kumbh special trains have already started. General ticket bookings for unreserved coaches will open two hours before the train’s departure. These trains are designed to meet the comfort needs of passengers, with options for general, sleeper, and air-conditioned coaches.

Hygiene and security have been prioritised on all trains. Dedicated railway staff and security personnel will be on duty to assist passengers. The Indian Railways has made every effort to ensure pilgrims can travel comfortably to this once-in-a-lifetime event.

The Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 is more than just a religious gathering; it is a celebration of India’s spiritual and cultural heritage. With the arrangements made by the Indian Railways, pilgrims from across the nation and beyond can travel to Triveni Sangam with ease, ensuring they don’t miss this extraordinary spiritual experience.

(Disclaimer: The details mentioned in this article regarding the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025, including train routes, timings, and fares, are based on current information available at the time of publication. The schedules and services may be subject to change. Please verify the latest updates with Indian Railways or official sources before making travel arrangements.)

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