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Diwali 2024: Indian Railways Adds 164 Trains To Ensure A Smooth Journey During Festive Rush

The Indian Railways is going to run 164 special trains on Wednesday to make sure that people are going to reach their destinations on time during this festive season of Chhath and Diwali.

According to Railway Board’s Information and Publicity Executive Director, Dilip Kumar, the trains will travel from all across the country, such as from Secunderabad, Ahmedabad, Kottayam, Ujjain, Bhopal, New Delhi, Nagpur to Bihar and Uttar Pradesh.

“To ensure that people reach their destination on Chhath and Diwali, Railway has made elaborate arrangements. In this regard, on 30th October we are running 164 special trains. These trains will be run from various locations across the country to cities in Bihar and Uttar Pradesh,” he told ANI.

The Indian Railway is set to make an additional 7,000 trips across the country with these additional trains.

“To ensure that passengers do not face any inconvenience at the railway stations, teams of officers have been deployed round the clock. Besides this, Railway Police Force, commercial and other SHGs have also been deployed for passenger convenience,” he added.

For certain areas where the railways expect overcrowding, additional seating arrangements and resting places have been arranged for passengers.

“We have set up holding areas at important stations where there is the possibility of overcrowding. At these holding areas, arrangements for seating and resting of passengers have been made. The idea is to make sure that there is not much crowding on the stations and people can easily get to their destination. Indian Railways is making all the possible efforts to ensure a smooth and happy journey to passengers,” Kumar added.

Diwali, known as the Festival of Lights, is one of the most significant festivals celebrated in India and around the world, symbolizing the triumph of light over darkness and good over evil.

As families prepare for the festivities, homes will be adorned with colourful rangoli patterns and illuminated with diyas and fairy lights.

The celebrations typically involve prayers to Goddess Lakshmi for prosperity, sharing delicious sweets, and exchanging gifts. Fireworks will illuminate the night sky, enhancing the joyful atmosphere and creating a time of togetherness, reflection, and celebration, fostering a spirit of unity and hope for the year ahead.

(With ANI Inputs)

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