Special trains from Jaipur to help Mahakumbh travelers; the Ananya Express is the only direct train from Udaipur to Prayagraj
Udaipur, February 5, 2025 - Traveling from Udaipur to Prayagraj remains difficult for devotees as the only direct train, Ananya Express, operates just once a week and is already fully booked. The situation has worsened as three other trains passing within a 200-kilometer radius of Prayagraj are also on the waiting list.
Currently, the Ananya Express (Train No. 12316-12315) is the only direct train from Udaipur to Prayagraj. This train, which runs weekly between Udaipur and Kolkata, extends its route up to Prayagraj. Due to high demand, reservations are already full.
Apart from the Ananya Express, three other trains pass through stations near Prayagraj. These trains have also reached their waiting list limits, making travel difficult for devotees. The trains are:
Udaipur-Patliputra-Udaipur Humsafar Express (Train No. 19669-19670)
Udaipur-Kamakhya-Udaipur Kavi Guru Express (Train No. 19615-19616)
Udaipur-New Jalpaiguri-Udaipur Express (Train No. 19601-19602)
Passengers from Udaipur have booked tickets on these trains as an alternative, but the heavy rush has resulted in waiting lists for all.
To accommodate the increasing number of devotees traveling for Mahakumbh, the railway has announced special trains from Jaipur. If reservations are unavailable in the existing trains, passengers can opt for these special services. According to North Western Railway, five pairs of special trains will start operating from February 6 to February 24. These trains aim to provide a smooth travel experience for pilgrims heading to Prayagraj.
With the Mahakumbh attracting a massive number of devotees, this initiative by the railway is expected to ease the travel burden. Passengers from Udaipur may consider traveling to Jaipur to board these special trains if they are unable to get reservations in direct or nearby trains.
Source: Media Reports
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