Chhath Puja 2026: Indian Railways announces 4 special trains trains; check routes, dates and timings

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- ✓Indian Railways announced four special trains to help passengers travel between Tamil Nadu and Bihar for Chhath Puja 2026.
- ✓Southern Railway shared the news on November 10, covering routes from Chennai Central and Podanur.
- ✓These services offer reserved and general-class options to manage the heavy festival rush for many people.
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- Indian Markets
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- Financial Express
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- 3 Minute(s)
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- India Economy
Passengers travelling between Tamil Nadu and Bihar for Chhath Puja 2026 have additional train options, with Indian Railways announcing four special trains to manage the festival peak period. The trains will interlink Chennai Central and Podanur with Bihar's Barauni, Raxaul and Darbhanga, providing both reserved and general-class accommodation.
Southern Railway shared the announcements on its official X handle on November 10, offering details of the operating dates, routes, train numbers, stoppages and coach composition. The arrangements include three Bihar-bound services and one return service to Chennai.
Chennai Central-Barauni special train: Route and timings
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