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Durga Puja, Chhath and Diwali Special Train between Delhi to Jogbani

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Durga Puja, Chhath and Diwali Special Train between Delhi to Jogbani

04010/04009 Anand Vihar Terminal- Jogbani weekly special train is being operational in wake of the facility of passengers during the puja festival.

Train No. 04010 Anand Vihar Terminal-Jogbani 01.10.2025 to 5.11.2025 weekly special train

Train No. 0400 Jogbani-Anand Vihar Terminal 03.10.2025 to 7.11.2025 weekly special train

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Here’s the latest verified information regarding festival special trains running between New Delhi (and neighboring terminals) to Jogbani (Bihar) for Diwali, Chhath, and Durga Puja in 2025:

🚆 New Delhi → Jogbani Festival Special Trains

Train Nos. 02500 / 02499 – Delhi–Jogbani Festival Special

  • Operates during high-demand festival periods (e.g. Diwali & Chhath).
  • 02500 departs New Delhi at ~11:05 hrs, arriving Jogbani at ~18:00–18:15 hrs the same day (~1,390 km journey) with 16 halts.
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  • The return leg (02499) runs from Jogbani to New Delhi via the same route.
  • These specials typically run twice weekly (e.g. Tuesdays & Fridays).
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🧾 Status & Operational Notes

  • These festival specials were reinstated for late 2025 and expected in 2025 for Diwali and Chhath periods.
  • Official booking opens around early October, and many users report booking opens in phases per zone.
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  • However, significant overcrowding and delays (sometimes 10–12 hours) are frequently reported during these periods.

    “It is common for festival special trains to run very late.”
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⚠️ Passenger Feedback (via Reddit)

  • Entrusted passengers without valid tickets (ETGs) often overcrowd sleeper and AC coaches, causing physical discomfort and chaos.

    “Even AC coaches were boarded by ETGs… avoid train travel around Diwali/Chhath to Bihar.”
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  • Sleeper class is especially overcrowded; even reserved seats get compromised due to lax checks.
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📋 Summary Table

Feature Details
Train Nos. 02500 / 02499
Route Delhi (NDLS/Anand Vihar) ↔ Jogbani (JBN)
Operation Period Diwali, Chhath or Durga Puja seasons
Frequency ~Twice weekly during festival window
Journey Time ~7–8 hours
Halts ~16 key stops through UP & Bihar
Booking Period Usually opens late September–early Oct
Common Issues Overcrowding, delays, ticketless boarding

✅ Travel Tips & Alternatives

  • Book early via IRCTC or rail tourism portal as soon as booking opens; special trains fill up quickly.
  • Prefer AC classes when available—even unreserved general or sleeper coaches are often overrun.
  • Avoid peak travel days (2–3 days before the festival peak) if possible.
  • Alternate trains like Seemanchal Express (12487/12488) operate daily between Jogbani and Kolkata, and offer relatively more stability.
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Would you like help checking the exact dates for 2025 special train schedules, or book your seats early once available? I can also help track PNR status or alternate regular routes.

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