Puja Special Train 2025 List
Puja special train Full List, Time Table, Schedule, Route, Fare, Train No. Train Booking, Train Status and Day On
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You’re asking about “Puja Special Trains” in India. These are additional trains run by Indian Railways during the festive Puja season (especially around Durga Puja, Diwali, and Chhath Puja) to accommodate the surge in travelers heading home. Here’s what you need to know:
Overview of Puja Special Trains
- Indian Railways deploys festival special trains during peak travel seasons to manage increased passenger demand.
- In 2025, a record of 7,700 special train services were introduced between October 1 and November 5 across the Puja period.
- The board also scheduled a daily average of 175 special trains, peaking with over 500 on high-traffic days.
Examples of Puja Special Trains
From various railway zones, here are some illustrative services:
South Eastern Railway (SER) – Puja Specials
- 03101: Kolkata → Puri
- Departs 23:50 every Thursday, from October 3 to November 28, 2025
- Arrives next day at 09:35
- 03102: Puri → Kolkata
- Departs 15:00 every Friday, October 4 to November 29, 2025
- Arrives 02:00 next day
- Composition: 20 coaches (6 AC 3-tier, 12 Sleeper, 2 Luggage)
North Eastern / East Central Railway – Bihar Specials
- 03281: Patna → Secunderabad (via Banaras)
- Runs every Thursday, from October 27 to November 10
- 03282: Secunderabad → Patna
- Runs every Saturday, October 29 to December 12
South Eastern Railway – Additional Puja Specials
- Includes multiple routes such as:
- Kolkata ↔ Puri,
- Shalimar ↔ Chennai Central,
- Patna ↔ Puri, and more, with specific train numbers and scheduled frequencies.
Why These Trains Operate
- To ease travel congestion during high-demand festive periods.
- To ensure availability of reserved seats, reducing waitlisting.
- Enhancing convenience for millions returning home during festivals.
Summary Table
| Train No. | Route | Departure Day | Timings | Duration | Coach Composition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03101 | Kolkata → Puri | Thursday | 23:50 → Next Day 09:35 | ~10h 45m | AC 3-Tier, Sleeper, Luggage |
| 03102 | Puri → Kolkata | Friday | 15:00 → 02:00 next day | ~11h | Same as above |
| 03281 | Patna → Secunderabad | Thursday | — | — | — |
| 03282 | Secunderabad → Patna | Saturday | — | — | — |
| Additional SER specials | Various routes (e.g., Shalimar–Chennai) | Varies | Varies | Varies | Configured per demand |
Key Takeaways
- Puja special trains are operational during festivals to enhance connectivity and manage travel surges.
- They cover popular routes—like Kolkata–Puri, Patna–Secunderabad—and run on specific days with added frequency.
- Train composition is adapted for comfort and volume, often including AC and Sleeper coaches.
- For current and accurate schedules, always check IRCTC or official railway websites.
Let me know if you’d like specific puja special train schedules for your route or help planning travel during these festivals!