Indian Railways Runs 244 Special Trains During Mauni Amavasya, Carrying Over 4.5 Lakh Passengers in Just Two Weeks
40 Special Trains in Prayagraj Serve 1 Lakh Passengers on 18 January Without Disrupting Regular Services Key Highlights - 244 special trains were operated across India during the Mauni Amavasya period (from 3 January 2026). - These trains carried over 4.5 lakh passengers safely and conveniently. Services were managed by: - Northern Railway (NR): 31 trains - North Central Railway (NCR): 158 trains - North Eastern Railway (NER): 55 trains. Peak Day Operations - On 18 January 2026, Prayagraj saw the highest passenger movement: - 40 special trains ran in one day. - They carried around 1 lakh passengers. - Breakdown: 11 trains (NR), 22 trains (NCR), 7 trains (NER). - Importantly, regular trains ran as scheduled, showing strong operational planning. Strategic Significance - Demonstrates Indian Railways’ ability to handle large-scale passenger traffic during festivals. - Careful planning ensured hassle-free journeys, safety, and convenience. - Use of technology, resource planning, and inter-zone coordination was key to success. This operation highlights how Indian Railways balances mass festive travel demand while keeping regular services uninterrupted — a major achievement in logistics and passenger management.
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