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Travelers have something exciting to look forward to this festive season. The Eastern Railway has announced a special train service between Kolkata and Puri to meet the growing demand during the Durga Puja, Diwali, and Chhath Puja festivals. This special service aims to offer a comfortable and hassle-free journey for passengers, with an additional 13,000 seats made available to accommodate the festive rush.
Kolkata-Puri Special Train: Schedule and Timetable
The Kolkata-Puri Special train (Train No. 03101) is scheduled to depart from Kolkata station at 23:50 hrs every Thursday from October 3, 2024, to November 28, 2024. The train will arrive in Puri at 09:35 hrs the following day, allowing travelers to reach their destination early in the morning. On the return journey, the Puri-Kolkata Special train (Train No. 03102) will depart from Puri at 15:00 hrs every Friday from October 4, 2024, to November 29, 2024, and will reach Kolkata at 02:00 hrs the next day.
Stoppages and Facilities
This special train service will have several stoppages along the way, including Andul, Kharagpur, Balasore, Bhadrak, Cuttack, Bhubaneswar, and Khurda Road stations in both directions. These stops will make it convenient for passengers from various regions to board the train and travel comfortably to their destinations.
The train is equipped with a variety of accommodations to suit different passenger needs, including air-conditioned coaches, sleeper class, and general second-class compartments. This range of options ensures that all travelers, regardless of their budget, can find a suitable seat for their journey.
Ticket Booking
Passengers can book their tickets online through the official Indian Railways website or by visiting any Passenger Reservation System (PRS) center. With the introduction of this special service, the Eastern Railway hopes to alleviate the stress of booking train tickets during the busy festive season.
A Step Towards Comfortable Festive Travel
This initiative by the Eastern Railway is a thoughtful response to the increased travel demand during the festive season. By providing an additional 13,000 seats, the railway aims to ensure that more passengers can enjoy a comfortable and convenient journey to Puri, a popular destination during the Durga Puja, Diwali, and Chhath Puja celebrations.
Enhanced Safety Measures with AI-enabled CCTV Cameras
In addition to the special train service, Indian Railways is taking steps to enhance safety across its network. The Railway Board has announced plans to install AI-enabled CCTV cameras on all locomotives and key railway yards. These advanced cameras will help detect unusual situations and improve monitoring, ensuring a safer travel experience for all passengers.
This festive season, travelers can look forward to a more comfortable and secure journey, thanks to the thoughtful initiatives by the Eastern Railway and Indian Railways as a whole.
