With the Ganesh Chaturthi festival starting on September 7, 2024, Central Railway has taken steps to accommodate the significant surge in travel demand. Special trains have been arranged to facilitate a smooth and enjoyable travel experience for devotees traveling during this festive period. These trains will run between September 1 and 18, 2024, ensuring timely transport across key routes.
The bookings for these special trains are available at computerized reservation centers and on the official IRCTC website.
Daily Special Trains from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus
To manage the rush of passengers, special trains will run daily from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus to Sawantwadi Road and Ratnagiri.
| Train No. | From Station | To Station | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Frequency | Period |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01151 | Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus | Sawantwadi Road | 00:20 hrs | 14:20 hrs | Daily | 01.09.2024 to 18.09.2024 |
| 01152 | Sawantwadi Road | Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus | 15:10 hrs | 04:35 hrs | Daily | 01.09.2024 to 18.09.2024 |
| 01153 | Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus | Ratnagiri | 11:30 hrs | 20:10 hrs | Daily | 01.09.2024 to 18.09.2024 |
| 01154 | Ratnagiri | Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus | 04:00 hrs | 13:30 hrs | Daily | 01.09.2024 to 18.09.2024 |
Halts: Dadar, Thane, Panvel, Roha, Mangaon, Khed, Chiplun, Ratnagiri, and more.
Special Trains from Lokmanya Tilak Terminus
Central Railway has also introduced special trains running daily from Lokmanya Tilak Terminus to Kudal.
| Train No. | From Station | To Station | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Frequency | Period |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01167 | Lokmanya Tilak Terminus | Kudal | 21:00 hrs | 09:30 hrs | Daily | 01.09.2024 to 18.09.2024 |
| 01168 | Kudal | Lokmanya Tilak Terminus | 12:00 hrs | 00:40 hrs | Daily | 01.09.2024 to 18.09.2024 |
Halts: Thane, Panvel, Roha, Chiplun, Kankavali, and Sindhudurg.
MEMU Unreserved Specials
Unreserved MEMU (Mainline Electric Multiple Unit) special trains will also run during the festival period, catering to the needs of passengers traveling on shorter routes.
| Train No. | From Station | To Station | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Frequency | Period |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01155 | Diva | Chiplun | 07:15 hrs | 14:00 hrs | Daily | 01.09.2024 to 18.09.2024 |
| 01156 | Chiplun | Diva | 15:30 hrs | 22:50 hrs | Daily | 01.09.2024 to 18.09.2024 |
Additional Special Trains for the Weekend
For weekend travelers, Central Railway has introduced special services between Lokmanya Tilak Terminus and Ratnagiri, and Panvel and Ratnagiri, catering specifically to weekend rushes.
| Train No. | From Station | To Station | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Frequency | Period |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01031 | LTT Mumbai | Ratnagiri | 20:00 hrs | 04:50 hrs | Fridays & Saturdays | 06.09.2024, 07.09.2024, 13.09.2024, 14.09.2024 |
| 01032 | Ratnagiri | LTT Mumbai | 08:40 hrs | 17:15 hrs | Saturdays & Sundays | 07.09.2024, 08.09.2024, 14.09.2024, 15.09.2024 |
| 01443 | Panvel | Ratnagiri | 04:40 hrs | 11:50 hrs | Sundays | 08.09.2024 & 15.09.2024 |
| 01444 | Ratnagiri | Panvel | 17:50 hrs | 01:30 hrs | Saturdays | 07.09.2024 & 14.09.2024 |
Central Railway is ensuring that passengers traveling for Ganesh Chaturthi have multiple options and convenient schedules for smooth and timely travel.
