New Trains Launched: Indian Railways has made a big move to meet the rising travel demand and the festive season. They’ve announced that starting February 1, 2026, 20 new trains will be running on various key routes across the country. The goal of these new trains is to ease congestion and guarantee that passengers have confirmed seats.
These trains will feature the Amrit Bharat Express, Vande Bharat Express, and a number of special passenger trains, making long-distance travel more comfortable and quicker. Railway officials have stated that ticket booking is already open on the IRCTC website and mobile app, allowing passengers to reserve their seats in advance based on their route. Check out which routes these new trains will cover.
People in these cities will benefit
This announcement is a huge relief for anyone planning to travel in February. The schedules and route plans for the new trains have been crafted to enhance connections between major cities in the north, south, east, and west of the country. This will help cut down long-distance travel times, alleviate congestion, and boost the likelihood of securing a confirmed seat.
The Railway Ministry has given the green light for these trains to operate under the Trains at a Glance 2026. There’s a special emphasis on affordable and speedy trains like the Amrit Bharat Mission, which will directly benefit middle-class and general travelers.
New trains will run on these routes
Train No. 64033 Delhi – Shamli MEMU
This train will be a great help for passengers commuting daily between Shamli and Delhi.
Pilibhit – Shahjahanpur Passenger
This train was introduced to enhance local connectivity. This daily passenger train will simplify local travel.
Rajendra Nagar – New Delhi Amrit Bharat
This train has become a solid option for those traveling from Bihar to Delhi.
Sabarmati – Jodhpur Vande Bharat
The schedule for the Vande Bharat Express on this route has been updated as of February 1st to offer passengers more convenient travel times. This change aims to enhance the experience for a quick and comfortable trip between Gujarat and Rajasthan.
Kamakhya – Rohtak Amrit Bharat
This weekly Amrit Bharat train, linking Northeast India with Haryana, will serve as an essential service for long-distance travelers. It will improve direct and affordable connections between these two regions.
Sambalpur – Erode Special
This special train service has been extended for those heading to South India. The journey from Odisha to Tamil Nadu is now more straightforward and direct, making long-distance travel much easier.
Puri – Rourkela Vande Bharat
A new semi-high-speed Vande Bharat Express is being introduced to connect key cities in Odisha. This will facilitate fast, comfortable, and efficient travel within the state.
Dhule – Varanasi/Ayodhya
New train services are being proposed from Dhule in Maharashtra to important religious destinations like Varanasi and Ayodhya. This will offer pilgrims a direct and convenient rail travel option.
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