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Over 300 special trains planned for Rath Yatra
News on AIR··7 Jul
Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said on July 7, 2026, that more than 300 special trains will run for Rath Yatra pilgrims travelling to Puri, Odisha. Indian Railways is adding 30,000 temporary berths at Puri to handle the surge. Vaishnaw announced the plans during a review meeting. Over 100 special trains are also planned for Onam festival travel across southern routes.
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What It Means For You
- Pilgrims get 300-plus special trains to reach Puri for Rath Yatra.
- 30,000 extra berths may ease ticket availability during the festival.
- Onam travellers in southern India also benefit from 100-plus specials.
What's Happening
- Vaishnaw announced 300-plus Rath Yatra special trains on July 7.
- Indian Railways added 30,000 temporary berths at Puri.
- Over 100 Onam special trains were also planned.
Festival Context
- Rath Yatra is a major annual pilgrimage to Jagannath Temple.
- Minister reviewed preparedness in a July 7 meeting.
- Special services aim to handle combined festival travel demand.
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