Rename the Howrah Kalka Mail (Train No. 12311 / 12312) as Netaji Express
Government of India has decided to rename the Howrah Kalka Mail as Netaji Express
It is noteworthy that Howrah -Kalka Mail is a very popular and one of the oldest trains of Indian Railways. The Howrah-Kalka Mail is running between Howrah (Eastern Railway) and Kalka (Northern Railway) via Delhi.
Regarding naming of Train No. 12311 / Train No. 12312 Howrah Kalka Mail as Netaji Express. Ministry of Railway approves naming of Train No. 12311 / Train No. 12312 Howrah Kalka Mail as Netaji Express.
The Howrah–Kalka Mail (Train Nos. 12311/12312) has officially been renamed as the “Netaji Express”, in honor of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose. Here’s what to know:
🚆 Train Renaming Details
- Renamed: The train formerly known as Howrah–Kalka Mail (12311/12312) is now officially named Netaji Express
- Date of Change: The name change took effect on 20 January 2025, aligning with Netaji’s 125th birth anniversary celebrations on “Parakram Diwas”
- Purpose: Commemorates Netaji’s historic escape on the Kalka Mail in 1941, representing India’s fight for freedom
ℹ️ Summary
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Old Name | Howrah–Kalka Mail (Train No. 12311/12312) |
| New Name | Netaji Express |
| Effective Date | January 20, 2025 |
| Route | Howrah Junction ↔ Kalka Junction |
| Frequency | Daily service |
| Key Highlight | Commemorates Netaji’s journey and legacy |
✅ Final Note
Yes, the request to rename the Howrah–Kalka Mail as “Netaji Express” has already been implemented by Indian Railways, and the train continues to run under this new name.
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