With Holi scheduled for 4 March 2026, travel demand on North Eastern Railway routes has climbed sharply as people plan festival journeys. In response to this surge, the railway zone has decided to introduce 62 special Holi trains running between 1 March and 22 March to handle the extra passengers. North Eastern Railway Announces 62 Special Trains as Holi 2026 Travel Demand Surges These special services will depart from major stations such as Gorakhpur, Lucknow, Banaras, Kathgodam, and Chhapra, connecting travellers to large metropolitan cities like Delhi, Mumbai, and Kolkata. Reservation data shows that most regular long-distance trains on these routes are already fully booked, with many services showing no available seats in any class. Trains heading to Gorakhpur from Delhi and Mumbai before Holi have long waiting lists, while after the festival, trains leaving Gorakhpur for these cities are also heavily booked. Railway officials have confirmed that the initial plan includes 62 Holi special trains operating from 1 March to 22 March, but the schedule remains adjustable depending on demand. If passenger numbers exceed expectations, the railway administration is prepared to increase the frequency of these Holi special services. Gorakhpur will experience the highest concentration of special trains, with… Read MoreBusiness Archives – Trak.in – Indian Business of Tech, Mobile & Startups
