Kota, March 4 – In anticipation of the Holi festival rush, the Indian Railways has announced a special train service between Kota and Danapur (Patna) to accommodate increased passenger demand. This Holi Special Train will operate two round trips in both directions on a weekly basis.
Additionally, the Bhagalpur-Ajmer Weekly Express will now run with a Humsafar rake, enhancing passenger comfort and capacity.
Holi Special Train Schedule: Kota-Danapur-Kota
The Holi Special train (Train No. 09817/09818) will connect Kota to Danapur with multiple halts en route, ensuring convenience for passengers traveling for the festival.
Route and Major Halts
This train will stop at key stations, including:
Baran, Salpura, Chhabra Gugor, Ruthiyai, Guna, Sagar, Damoh, Katni, Maihar, Satna, Manikpur, Prayagraj Chheoki, Mirzapur, Pt. Deen Dayal Upadhyay, Buxar, and Ara.
Departure and Arrival Schedule
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Train No. 09817 Kota-Danapur Holi Special:
- Departs from Kota on March 8 and 15 (Saturdays) at 9:25 PM
- Arrives at Danapur the next day (Sunday) at 6:30 PM
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Train No. 09818 Danapur-Kota Holi Special:
- Departs from Danapur on March 9 and 16 (Sundays) at 9:15 PM
- Arrives at Kota the next day (Monday) at 10:25 PM
Coach Composition
This special service will operate with a 22-coach composition, featuring:
- 1 First-Class AC Coach
- 2 AC 2-Tier Coaches
- 5 AC 3-Tier Coaches
- 1 AC Economy 3-Tier Coach
- 7 Sleeper Class Coaches
- 4 General Class Coaches
- 1 SLRD (Seating-cum-Luggage Rake & Divyangjan Coach)
- 1 Generator Car
Bhagalpur-Ajmer Weekly Express to Run with Humsafar Rake from March 6
In a significant upgrade, the Bhagalpur-Ajmer Weekly Express (Train No. 13423/13424) will now operate with a Humsafar rake, replacing its previous LHB coaches.
Revised Schedule & Coach Details
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Train No. 13423 Bhagalpur-Ajmer Express:
- To run with Humsafar rakes from March 6 onwards.
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Train No. 13424 Ajmer-Bhagalpur Express:
- To operate with Humsafar coaches from March 8 onwards.
The new Humsafar rake composition will include:
- 19 AC 3-Tier Coaches
- 1 Pantry Car
- Total: 22 Coaches
This transformation aims to enhance passenger experience with modern amenities and improved comfort during the journey.
With the introduction of these Holi Special trains and upgraded services, the Indian Railways is ensuring smooth travel for passengers heading home or celebrating the festival in different cities.