NFR Announces Additional Festival Special Trains for Chhath Puja

Guwahati, November 12, 2026: Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has announced additional festival special train services to manage increased passenger demand during Chhath Puja. The arrangements include extending the Katihar–Purnea service to Arariya, introducing special trains between Katihar and Manihari, and operating additional trips on the Ranchi–Alipurduar Junction and Kolkata–New Cooch Behar routes. NFR will also increase coach capacity on selected services to accommodate more passengers. Travellers have been advised to check the IRCTC website for updated schedules, stoppages and train availability.