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Indian Railways schedules 18262 summer special trips to tame peak rush and connect key routes
India
Published on 24 April 2026
More than 18k extra trips planned for holiday rush
Indian Railways will run 18,262 summer special train trips during peak travel season to handle the expected spike in passengers. The Ministry of Railways said the additional services are meant to reduce overcrowding and improve connectivity on high-demand routes, ensuring smoother journeys when demand is at its highest.
- Railways plans 18,262 special trips this summer peak season
- Goal is to manage expected surge in passenger traffic
- Extra trains will boost connectivity on high-demand routes
- Move targets smoother travel and reduced rush
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