In order to clear extra rush during Chhath festival season, special trains are being operated between various destinations, the South Central Railway (SCR) said
SCR has taken this decision in order to augment facilities for waitlisted passengers travelling from October 23 to November 23 to various destinations.
South Central Railway is also making arrangements to run more reserved and unreserved (Jansadharan) special trains during the season as per the demand.
It will be more on the lines of operations at the airports with baggage screening, wait-in lounge and being allowed to step on to platform only when one’s train is ready to pick passengers.
The South Central Railways pointed out at a significant increase in the online booking facilities and gradual decrease in the number of transactions at PRS (Passenger Reservation System) Booking Counters.
The SCR authorities decided to evacuate the passengers from the trains and transport them safely to their destinations by alternate modes of transport.
The General Manager further advised the officials to conduct frequent field inspections to ensure compliance of worksite safety requirements without fail