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Holi 2026: 204 trips Special Trains to Serve North Central Railway Jurisdiction


19-02-2026
Prayagraj
Holi 2026: 204 trips Special Trains to Serve North Central Railway Jurisdiction

 

Holi 2026: 204 trips Special Trains to Serve North Central Railway Jurisdiction
In anticipation of the significant passenger rush for Holi 2026, North Central Railway has finalized a comprehensive plan to ensure smooth travel across key corridors. A total of 204 trips of special trains have been notified to serve the North Central Railway (NCR) jurisdiction en route to their destinations.
Among these, the North Central Railway will have primary ownership of 5 pairs i.e.10 special trains, which will account for 36 trips. These trains will originate from key stations from NCR to accommodate travelers heading towards Mumbai, Pune, and South India. These services are scheduled to operate as per respective time tables from February 15, 2026, to March 31, 2026, facilitating travel during the peak festive period.
Key Originating Trains from NCR:
1.04101/04102: Prayagraj – Lokmanya Tilak Terminus (LTT)
2.04121/04122: Subedarganj – Charlapalli
3.01922/01921: VGL Jhansi – Pune
4.01924/01923: VGL Jhansi – Hadapsar
5.04151/04152: Kanpur Central – Lokmanya Tilak Terminus (LTT)
Operational Details:
•Total Reach: 204 trips of special trains will pass through the NCR network, benefiting passengers of various stations including important stations like Agra, Kanpur, Prayagraj, and Jhansi etc.
•Booking: Tickets for these "Festival Specials" are available through IRCTC. Passengers are advised to book early to secure confirmed berths.
Passengers can check specific train numbers, timings, and availability o­n the IRCTC website or the NTES app.
These are the trains notified till date and the services of more special trains will be notified as per the requirement and increase in rush


(Dr. Amit Malaviya)
Sr. PRO
Source : North Central Railway Last Reviewed : 18-09-2026