Good News for passengers looking for a confirmed ticket for the Rakhi journey. Indian Railways has announced a Rakshabandhan 2026 special train on different routes.
Anticipating the festive rush, Indian Railways has announced multiple trains on different routes. The decision comes to improve passenger capacity on several routes with higher demand. The extended rush during the festival will handle lakhs of passengers across the country.
Indian Railways Gifts Special Trains for Rakshabandhan Travelers
Longer waitlist? Book your ticket in the Rakshabandhan 2026 special train and get a confirmed ticket. Indian Railways announced this Rakhi gift for travellers planning to travel but facing WL status.
Interested passengers can check the train schedule and plan their journey accordingly. West Central Railway approved 47 special train services, and Northern Railway scheduled 14 special trains for Rakshabandhan.
List of Rakshabandhan 2026 Special Trains
Rakhi travelers can check some of the special trains for Rakshabandhan 2026 below and plan accordingly.
| Train Number | Train Name | Source Station | Destination Station |
| 01701 | JBP NZM SPL | JABALPUR | H NIZAMUDDIN |
| 01913 | KURJ NZM SPL | KHAJURAHO | H NIZAMUDDIN |
| 01914 | NZM KURJ SPL | H NIZAMUDDIN | KHAJURAHO |
| 01903 | VGLJ NZM SPL | V LAKSHMIBAIJHS | H NIZAMUDDIN |
| 01904 | NZM VGLJ SPL | H NIZAMUDDIN | V LAKSHMIBAIJHS |
| 01901 | VGLJ NZM SPL | V LAKSHMIBAIJHS | H NIZAMUDDIN |
| 01902 | NZM VGLJ SPL | H NIZAMUDDIN | V LAKSHMIBAIJHS |
| 02154 | REWA BPL SF SPL | REWA | BHOPAL JN |
| 02189 | BPL REWA SF SPL | BHOPAL JN | REWA |
| 02190 | REWA BPL SF SPL | REWA | BHOPAL JN |
| 02275 | SFG SSB SPL | SUBEDARGANJ | SHAKURBASTI |
| 02276 | SSB SFG SPL | SHAKURBASTI | SUBEDARGANJ |
| 02456 | NDLS CNB SF SPL | NEW DELHI | KANPUR CENTRAL |
| 02455 | CNB NDLS SF SPL | KANPUR CENTRAL | NEW DELHI |
| 02457 | CNB ANVT SF SPL | KANPUR CENTRAL | ANAND VIHAR TRM |
| 02458 | ANVT CNB SF SPL | ANAND VIHAR TRM | KANPUR CENTRAL |
| 04163 | SFG SSB SPL | SUBEDARGANJ | SHAKURBASTI |
| 04164 | SSB SFG SPL | SHAKURBASTI | SUBEDARGANJ |
| 04147 | SFG SSB SPL | SUBEDARGANJ | SHAKURBASTI |
| 04148 | SSB SFG SPL | SHAKURBASTI | SUBEDARGANJ |
| 09803 | KOTA NZM SPL | KOTA JN | H NIZAMUDDIN |
| 09804 | NZM KOTA SPL | H NIZAMUDDIN | KOTA JN |
Passengers can also check trains between stations featured on RailMitra to find available special services.
Rakshabandhan 2026 Special Trains Improving Travel Options
Special train services amid the Rakshabandhan rush will offer travel options on multiple routes. Passengers must check the PNR status after ticket booking to check confirmation status. Rakshabandhan 2026 special train is set to ease travel offering multiple travel classes for better comfort.
Moreover, they must book advance meals on wheels to enjoy Rakhi-special delicious food on the train. RailMitra offers more than 2500 FSSAI-certified restaurants that offer a variety of food options at over 500 railway stations.
Rakhi Special Trains Running Date
- According to Indian Railways, passengers are now able to find a list of special trains on different routes.
- Some facilities are live, and multiple trains will operate from 26 August to 31 August and beyond.
- However, some facilities will operate further to reduce railway traffic and offer multiple options for comfort.
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