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During the peak summer season, railway stations across India become very crowded as many people travel to different parts of the country. Platforms are full, tickets get booked quickly, and there is a constant flow of passengers, indicating that summer is one of the busiest travel periods. To handle this
heavy rush, Indian Railways has introduced special arrangements, including nearly 2,000 additional train trips. These summer special trains are introduced to reduce crowding on regular trains and make travel more comfortable for passengers.
Introduction of Summer Special Trains
As more people travel from smaller towns to big cities, including Mumbai, New Delhi, Kolkata, Hyderabad, and Bengaluru, the demand for train services increases. To handle this, around 87 summer special trains are being run, covering about 1,757 trips. Out of these, 58 trains start from different stations and cover 932 trips, while 29 trains pass through various stations, completing 825 trips.
Increased Connectivity
These trains connect many important destinations, including Pune, Surat, Guwahati, Rishikesh, Vadodara, and Jammu, helping passengers embark on long journeys and improving connectivity for smaller towns by linking them with major cities.
Improved passenger Facilities
Apart from increasing train services, the railways have also improved passenger facilities. More drinking water points and coolers have been installed at stations. Seating areas, fans, and lighting systems have been upgraded, and cleanliness is being maintained more strictly. To ensure safety, CCTV cameras are being used to monitor crowds, and special control rooms, known as "war rooms," have been set up to manage passenger movement. Security personnel from the Railway Protection Force and police are also deployed across stations.
Passengers are advised to buy food only from authorised vendors and use the Rail Madad portal for any complaints. These steps aim to make summer travel safer, smoother, and more convenient for everyone.
