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Diwali-Chhath Train Booking Begins, Railways Announces 20 Festival Special Trains
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· September 7, 2026
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Key points The Advance Reservation Period allows bookings up to 60 days before travel, excluding the travel date. A total of 20 special trains have been announced to manage the expected rush.
Passengers can now reserve tickets for their journeys. The Advance Reservation Period allows bookings up to 60 days before travel, excluding the travel date. A total of 20 special trains have been announced to manage the expected rush.
Demand for tickets is expected to be high on certain routes. Busy routes include those connecting various states.
Further details on ticket availability and train schedules can be found through the railway's booking system, which opens at a specified time for advance bookings.
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Category: library Published: September 7, 2026 Source: Free Press Journal Reading time: 1 min
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