"Holi special trains are primarily launched to connect metropolitan hubs such as Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, Kolkata, and Hyderabad with several smaller cities and towns in Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand, and West Bengal."
"Holi special trains are not limited to pre-festival travel and also ensure services for the return journey. Most of the trains launched during the festive season have a proper schedule for the return journey, enabling passengers to travel back to their workplace or educational institutions without any hassle."
"The Indian Railways has also announced several unreserved special trains for short-distance travel during the festive season. One of the most popular routes covered by these trains is Nizamuddin to Mathura, serving passengers travelling within the Delhi region and nearby towns."
Indian Railways has introduced more than 14 Holi special trains for 2026 to accommodate the surge in travel demand during the festive season. These trains primarily connect metropolitan hubs including Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, Kolkata, and Hyderabad with smaller cities and towns in Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand, and West Bengal. The special trains serve both outbound and return journeys, enabling passengers to travel home for celebrations and return to their workplaces or educational institutions. Unreserved special trains also operate on short-distance routes, with popular services including Nizamuddin to Mathura. Tickets can be booked through the IRCTC website or railway reservation counters.
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