Indian Railways has taken a big decision keeping in mind the convenience of the passengers. Railways has decided to extend 30 trains till February 2025. This news is very good for the passengers, as it will make it easier for them to travel long distances. Railways has also started booking these trains, so that passengers can plan their journey in advance.
This decision will not only benefit the passengers but will also generate additional income for the Railways. With the expansion of trains, it will be easier for passengers to get seats and they will be able to travel at the time of their choice. Let us get detailed information about these 30 trains in this article.
Train Extension Overview
| Description | Information |
| total number of trains | 30 |
| extension period | By February 2025 |
| Booking started | from today |
| travel time | December 2024 to February 2025 |
| types of trains | Express, Superfast, Special |
| root | between different states |
| coach | AC, Sleeper, General |
| booking platform | IRCTC website and PRS counter |
purpose of train extension
Indian Railways has extended these 30 trains for several reasons:
- Passenger Convenience: Passengers traveling long distances will get more options.
- Seat Availability: Running more trains will increase the availability of seats.
- Festival season: There are many festivals between December and February, due to which the number of travelers increases.
- Promotion of Tourism: Increasing connectivity between different cities will boost tourism.
- Income of Railways: Running more trains will increase the income of Railways.
Extended Train List
Let us now see the list of 30 trains that have been expanded:
- Prayagraj-Muzaffarpur Express (Train No. 12538)
- Kolkata-Jhansi Express (Train No. 2197)
- Chandigarh Express (Train No. 15903)
- Kamakhya-Gaya Express (Train No. 15620)
- Hatia-Anand Vihar Express (Train No. 12873)
- Tata-Amritsar Express (Train No. 1803)
- New Delhi-Malda Town Express (Train No. 14004)
- Barauni-Ambala Express (Train No. 4523)
- Amritsar-Purnia Express (Train No. 14618)
- Howrah-Dehradun Express (Train No. 12327)
Booking Process
To book train tickets you can follow the following steps:
- Go to the official website of IRCTC.
- Login to your user account.
- Select From and To stations.
- Select the date of travel.
- See the list of available trains.
- Choose the train and class of your choice.
- Fill the details of the passengers.
- Make payment and book tickets.
Important Dates
- Booking starts: 19 December 2024
- First day of travel: 1 December 2024
- Last day of travel: 28 February 2025
Train Categories
These 30 trains are mainly divided into three categories:
- Express Trains: These trains run at high speed with less stoppages.
- Superfast Trains: The speed of these trains is higher than normal trains.
- Special Trains: These trains are run during special occasions or festivals.
Route Information
The routes of these 30 trains cover different states:
- North India: Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana
- Eastern India: West Bengal, Bihar, Jharkhand, Assam
- Central India: Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh
- Western India: Gujarat, Maharashtra
- South India: Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh
Seat Availability
Keep the following in mind for seat availability:
- Tatkal Quota: Some seats will be reserved for Tatkal quota.
- General Quota: Most of the seats will be available in general quota.
- Ladies Quota: Special quota for women passengers.
- Senior Citizen Quota: Seats reserved for senior citizens.
Fare Details
The fare information is as follows:
- AC First Class: The most expensive fare
- AC 2-Tier: Fare lower than AC First Class
- AC 3-Tier: Mid-range fares
- Sleeper Class: Affordable fares
- General Class: Cheapest Fare
Cancellation and Refund Policy
Ticket Cancellation and Refund Rules:
- Full refund will be available up to 48 hours before the date of travel.
- Partial refund if canceled between 48 to 12 hours.
- No refunds if canceled less than 12 hours.
- Refunds will not be available on Tatkal tickets.
Safety Measures
Railways has taken several measures for the safety of passengers:
- Sanitization: Regular cleaning of trains and stations.
- Mask: It is mandatory for passengers to wear masks.
- Social distancing: Special arrangements to reduce crowding.
- Thermal Screening: Temperature checking of passengers.
- Medical Facilities: Emergency medical services available.
Facilities on Board
The following facilities will be available to passengers in trains:
- Food and Drink: Fresh food in the pantry car.
- Bedding: Free bedding in AC coach.
- Charging Point: Mobile and laptop charging facility.
- Water: Availability of RO filtered water.
- Cleaning: Regular cleaning and sanitation.
Special Provisions
Some special provisions have also been made:
- Disabled passengers: Wheel chair and ramp facilities.
- For babies: Baby food warming feature.
- Pets: Pets allowed on some trains.
- Elderly passengers: Priority for lower berth.
Customer Support
Railways have provided several means to assist passengers:
- Helpline Number: 24×7 Customer Care.
- Social Media: Support on Twitter and Facebook.
- Chatbot: AI chatbot on IRCTC website.
- Station Help Desk: Help center at every major station.
Future Plans
Railways has made several plans for the future:
- High-speed trains: Starting more Vande Bharat trains.
- Station Modernization: Renovation of major stations.
- Green Energy: Increasing use of solar energy.
- Digitalization: Making the ticketing system more digital.
Disclaimer
This information has been given on the basis of information available till December 19, 2024. Timings, routes or other details of trains are subject to change. Please check IRCTC official website or railway station for latest information before travelling. This article is for informational purposes only and do not solely rely on the information provided herein.
