Indian Railways to Run Record 380 Ganpati Special Trains in 2025

Indian Railways has announced 380 Ganpati Special train trips for 2025, the highest number so far, to ensure smooth travel for devotees and passengers during the Ganpati festival.

In comparison, 305 trains were run in 2023 and 358 trains in 2024, showing a steady increase in services.

Central Railway Leads the Way

Of the total 380 services:

• Central Railway will run the maximum with 296 trains, focusing on Maharashtra and the Konkan region.
• Western Railway will operate 56 trains.
• Konkan Railway (KRCL) will manage 6 trains.
• South Western Railway will add 22 services.

Key Halts in the Konkan Region

The Konkan-bound trains will halt at several important stations, including Chiplun, Ratnagiri, Kankavali, Sindhudurg, Sawantwadi Road, Thivim, Karmali, Madgaon Jn, Karwar, Udupi, and Surathkal, among many others.

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Ganpati Festival Dates and Train Operations

Ganesh Puja (also known as Ganpati Puja) will be celebrated from August 27 to September 6, 2025. To meet the festive rush, these special trains have already started running from August 11, 2025, with more services being gradually added.

The complete schedule is available on the IRCTC website, RailOne app, and computerised PRS system.

Conclusion

With 380 special trains planned for Ganpati 2025, Indian Railways is making record efforts to handle the festive rush, ensuring safe, reliable, and convenient travel for millions of devotees.

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