Full Schedule Released for New Delhi-Darbhanga Special Train: A Gift for Those Heading Home for Chhath

If you are planning to travel to Bihar to celebrate Chhath, this information will be useful to you. The Railways has decided to run special trains for Diwali and Chhath. Here are the full details.

A large number of people migrate from villages to cities for work, while many students also live in cities for their studies. Living away from home can be difficult, so people naturally wish to celebrate major festivals with their families. If you are planning to visit Bihar for Diwali and Chhath but are worried about not getting train tickets, there is some good news for you.

The Railways has decided to operate a festival special train between Delhi and Darbhanga so that passengers planning to travel from Delhi to Bihar do not have to alter their plans due to ticket unavailability.

When will the trains run?

According to the details, the New Delhi-Darbhanga Festival Special train (Train No. 04098) will operate from October 10 to November 25. This means anyone wishing to travel to Bihar for Chhath or Diwali can now do so easily.

What time will it depart?

Train No. 04098 (New Delhi-Darbhanga) will depart from New Delhi Station at 9:30 AM and arrive in Darbhanga around noon the following day.

How often will the train run?

A key highlight for passengers is that this train will not run just once or twice a week; it will operate daily, ensuring that the maximum number of passengers can benefit from the special service.

Will there be a return train as well?

Importantly, the service is not limited to the journey from Delhi to Darbhanga; a return service will also be provided. The return train from Darbhanga to New Delhi will operate as Train No. 04097.

What is the operational period for the train?

Train No. 04097 (Darbhanga to New Delhi) will operate from October 11 to November 26. Regarding the schedule, this train will depart from Darbhanga at 3:00 PM.

Double good news for PF members: the free insurance cover of ₹7 lakh could now increase to ₹10.5 lakh.

Passengers should do this first

If you plan to travel on these trains, you should gather relevant information beforehand. Also, check when bookings for the special train open. It is advisable to book tickets for both the onward and return journeys in advance, as securing seats on trains during the festive season can be difficult.

Arrive at the station early

Stations witness heavy crowds during the festive season; therefore, it is best to arrive early and be well-informed about which platform your train will arrive at.