The Eastern Railway is set to nearly double the number of local trains plying in the Sealdah division to meet the footfall of pandal hoppers during Durga Puja
In addition to the night services, the railways will run 13 puja special local train services in Sealdah main, north and south sections during the festival.
After 2pm galloping trains will stop at all stations under the division during the puja, said Rajeev Saxena, divisional railway manager (DRM) of Sealdah
“Total 51 special trains will be run between Oct 16 and 21 against 31 last year. This year there will be 38 overnight train services against 30 last year.We have reinforced our operational network with overnight services, 24×7 war room surveillance, and upgraded passenger amenities across all major stations.
Every frontline team will remain on high alert round the clock to ensure that the festive celebrations are entirely hassle-free,” said DRM.