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Diwali travel rush is approaching. Know when train bookings open, how the 60-day reservation window works and what passengers can do to secure berths before trains fill up
The booking date is not the same for every journey. It depends on the date of travel, so passengers should not assume that all Diwali bookings open on the same day. Check when reservations open for your chosen train and route and be ready to book as soon as the window opens. Passenger demand typically rises sharply on busy railway routes during the festive season, making advance planning especially important. (Representational image)To handle the Diwali rush, Indian Railways is also expected to operate special trains on busy routes. South Central Railway may announce additional services connecting the Telugu-speaking states during the festive season. These trains can provide extra travel options when demand is high. Once reservations open, passengers can check train timings and berth availability through official railway booking channels before finalising their travel plans. (Representational image)Before making the payment, passengers should double-check the train number, journey date, boarding station and destination to avoid booking errors. For railway-related assistance or complaints, passengers can contact RailMadad at 139. The NTES app can also be used to access railway service information. With many people travelling to their hometowns for Diwali, trains on popular routes can fill up well before the festival. Booking early can help avoid last-minute hassles. (Representational image)Passengers planning Diwali travel should decide their journey dates early and keep track of when reservations open for their preferred train. If regular trains are already full, they can also check for festival special trains announced by the Railways, which may offer additional berths. The key is not to wait until the last minute. Knowing the booking date in advance and reserving tickets as soon as the window opens can make festive travel much easier. (Representational image)
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Diwali is still a few weeks away, but train ticket bookings for the festive rush have already begun. Reservations for journeys around November 8, opened on September 6. With demand expected to rise closer to the festival, passengers travelling on busy routes should book their berths early. Indian Railways is also expected to announce special trains to handle the additional festive-season demand. Check the booking dates and train details in advance before planning your journey. (Representational image)
