Holi homecomings to Bihar just got easier with Indian Railways unveiling 21 special trains. Designed for the peak festival rush, these connect remote cities to Patna Junction and Pataliputra, offering a lifeline against travel uncertainties.
Typhoon-like crowds overwhelm railways during Holi, as budget-conscious travelers opt for trains over pricier options. Confirmed seats are gold, often scarce. Railways counters this with early announcements of these 2026 specials, spanning key dates in Feb-Apr.
Routes decoded: Weekly Puri ↔ Patna (08439/40 Feb28-Mar29); Gondia ↔ Patna (08861/62 Mar2-3); Daily Patna ↔ New Delhi (03293/94 Mar5-16); Patna-Charlapalli (03253 Mon/Wed Mar9-30), returns (03254 Wed Mar11-Apr1, 03255 Fri Mar13-Apr3); Sheikhpura ↔ Anand Vihar (02397 Sun Mar8-15, 02398 Mon Mar9-16).
Passenger-centric measures at stations including Dildarnagar, Patna, Kiul, and more, as outlined by Danapur Senior DCM Abhinav Siddharth. Augmented staff from security, verification, and ops teams promise hassle-free travel.
Symbolizing festive preparedness, these trains enable joyful returns. Expert tip: Leverage IRCTC’s advance booking for peace of mind, turning potential travel ordeals into smooth rides home.