Indian Railways has made a significant decision to address the rising demand and passenger surge by extending the operational period of 18 special trains passing through the Kota Division. This initiative aims to streamline travel for passengers commuting between major cities including Agra, Prayagraj, Dadar, Bandra Terminus, Asarva, Gandhigram, Valsad, Udhna, and Subedarganj. Officials note that travel pressure intensifies during the monsoon and upcoming festive months. By increasing the frequency, the railway department intends to reduce long waiting lists and improve the chances of travelers securing confirmed tickets across Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Rajasthan.
Details of the Extended Services
The operational schedules for these 18 special trains vary, with additional trips added ranging from 5 to 13 per route. The extensions cover travel dates from the second half of July through August and early September 2026.
- Agra Cantt - Udhna Junction: Train numbers 01907 and 01908 are extended from July 21 to August 25 and July 22 to August 26 respectively, offering 6 trips each.
- Prayagraj - Dadar: Train numbers 04139 and 04140 will operate 7 trips each from July 17 to August 28 and July 19 to August 30.
- Subedarganj - Bandra Terminus: Train numbers 04125 and 04126 are extended from July 20 to August 31 and July 21 to September 01, providing 7 trips.
- Kanpur Central - Asarva: Train numbers 01905 and 01906 will run 7 trips each between July 20 and August 31, and July 21 and September 01.
- Prayagraj Junction - Gandhigram: Train numbers 04111 and 04112 are extended for 13 trips between July 18 and August 29, and July 19 and August 30.
- Subedarganj - Valsad: Train numbers 04119, 04120, 04177, and 04178 see an increase of 6 to 7 trips depending on the service.
- Agra Cantt - Asarva: Train numbers 01910 and 01909 are extended from August 3 to August 31 and August 4 to September 01 with 5 trips each.
- Subedarganj - Dadar: Train numbers 04175 and 04176 are extended for 7 trips between July 19 to August 30 and July 21 to September 01.
Checking Train Status Before Travel
Railway authorities strongly advise passengers to verify the updated status of their specific trains before departing. Travelers can access real-time information regarding train timings and platform assignments via the official railway website or the NTES app. Staying informed helps ensure a smooth travel experience and avoids last-minute complications.
