Chhath: Indian Railways makes special arrangements at Bihar stations to handle…, special trains deployed for…
Indian Railways to run 12,000 Chhath special trains for passengers. Holding areas at major stations to be completed by tonight.
Patna: Ahead of the Chhath festival, the India(BHARAT)n Railways has made several elaborate arrangements for the smooth arrival and departure of passengers, ensuring their safety. ECR General Manager Chhatrasal Singh on Wednesday stated that the Railway Ministry is running a total of 12,000 Chhath special trains for the convenience of passengers. “The number of Chhath special trains has been increased from 7,500 to 12,000 this year. A large number of people are expected to visit Bihar in the coming days to celebrate Chhath. The preparations for their arrival are already complete. However, the real challenge will arise when they return to their workplaces after the festival,” he said.
According to Singh, the construction of holding areas at all major stations will be completed by today night. the ECR will also hold a ‘dress rehearsal’ of the arrangements.
“There will be centralised monitoring from Patliputra Rail Complex. Similar systems have been put in place in the offices of all the divisions to monitor traffic at stations,” he said.
It is worth noting that the India(BHARAT)n Railways has significantly increased special trains this year in the zone. The decision was taken so that these special trains can reach even remote destinations.
Story Highlights
- India(BHARAT)n Railways to run 12,000 Chhath special trains for passengers.
- Holding areas at major stations to be completed by tonight.
- Centralised monitoring set up at Patliputra Rail Complex.
- Extra security and unannounced trains are planned to manage crowds.
“Many unannounced trains will be run from major terminals in case a large number of people without reservations turn up,” he said.
According to Singh, the Railways will deploy more security personnel at stations during Chhath Puja in order to handle the crowd.
“We have firmly resolved to ensure safe and smooth travelling during and after Chhath. Railway personnel are actively engaged in this pursuit,” he added.
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