The Indian Railways is set to operate 6,556 special trains to facilitate smooth travel for passengers during Durga Puja, Diwali and Chhath Puja from October 1 to November 30. According to the railway officials, such special trains are operated every year during festivals, and this year, the number of trains has been significantly increased to accommodate the surge in travelers.

Last year, the railways had operated 4,429 festival special trains around the same time of the year.