Tag: Indian Railways

Ashwini Vaishnaw Credits Teamwork for Successful Operation of Over 16,000 Trains During Mahakumbh 2025

"We had originally planned for 13,000 trains, but thanks to everyone's coordination, we managed to operate over 16,000 trains," said Vaishnaw.

February 27, 2025

Union Minister Vaishnaw Reviews Railway Station Preparations Ahead of Maha Shivratri

Vaishnaw also noted that additional trains are being operated to meet the surge in demand during the festive season.

February 26, 2025

Northern Railway to Operate Vande Bharat Special Train for Mahakumbh Devotees

The Vande Bharat Special train, No. 02252/02251, will run between New Delhi and Varanasi (via Prayagraj).

February 15, 2025

Indian Railways to Mark 100 Years of Electrification on February 3

As part of the centenary celebrations, Central Railway has also achieved a major milestone by completing 100% electrification of its network.

January 30, 2025

26 Trains Running Late Due to Dense Fog and ‘Zero Visibility’ Across Northern India

In addition to transport delays, Delhi continues to grapple with deteriorating air quality.

January 15, 2025

“40 crore people will reach Prayagraj…Crowd management is a big subject for us”: North Central Railway on preparations for Maha Kumbh

Moreover, passengers will be directed to the 'Yatri-Kendra' before proceeding to their respective platforms, reducing confusion and congestion.

January 5, 2025

Digital Mahakumbh 2025: Indian Railways introduces QR-enabled jackets for ticket booking

As per a press release, for the first time, the Prayagraj Railway Division will introduce digital railway tickets through QR codes printed on the jackets of railway employees.

January 4, 2025

Railway safety initiatives lead to 70 pc decline in train accidents since 2014: Ashwini Vaishnaw

All locomotives are equipped with Vigilance Control Devices (VCD) to improve alertness of Loco Pilots, the minister said.

November 28, 2024

WB: Restoration work underway after 3 coaches of Secunderabad-Shalimar SF Express derail

No serious injuries or casualties have been reported.

November 9, 2024

West Bengal: 3 coaches of Secunderabad-Shalimar SF Express derail near Nalpur station, no casualties

No casualties have been reported so far, according to South Eastern Railway's Chief Public Relations Officer (CPRO).

November 9, 2024