Indian Railways announces special trains for Dussehra and Diwali festivals
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Indian Railways has announced additional special trains for the upcoming Dussehra and Diwali festivals, with bookings starting September 27, 2026.
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- Indian Railways is introducing additional special trains to manage high passenger demand during the upcoming festival season.
- Services will connect Mumbai to Sawantwadi Road and Thiruvananthapuram North.
- Booking for these special festival trains commences on September 27, 2026.
- Managing Director Santosh Kumar Jha stated that the Konkan Railway double-tracking project is expected to be completed within five years to improve travel efficiency.
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- Commencement of booking on September 27, 2026
- Completion status of the Konkan Railway double-tracking project
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