Indian Railways May Operate Nearly 13,000 Special Trains This Festive Season

In a major operational effort to accommodate the surge in travel during festivals, Indian Railways is preparing to run approximately 13,000 special trains, up from about 7,724 last year, as per the news reports. The services will be deployed across high-demand routes between mid-October and mid-November. 

Operational Enhancements and Passenger Handling

To support this scale, Indian Railways is establishing permanent passenger holding areas at 76 high foot-fall stations, including major hubs like New Delhi, Mumbai, and Howrah. These areas will be equipped with ticketing counters, first-aid facilities, washrooms and crowd control mechanisms. 

In addition, there are plans to improve onboard services for long-haul trains by involving private cloud kitchens via the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) to enhance meal quality and delivery. 

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IRCTC Share Price Performance 

As of October 24, 2025, at 2:10 PM, IRCTC share price is trading at ₹717.65 per share, reflecting a decline of 0.2% from the previous closing price. Over the past month, the stock has surged by 0.31%. The stock's 52-week high stands at ₹863.30 per share, while its low is ₹656.00 per share.

Conclusion

As the festive season approaches, Indian Railways’ strategy of nearly 13,000 special services combined with enhanced station infrastructure reflects a concerted push to ensure smoother, safer travel for millions of passengers.

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