As Holi fervor builds, North Eastern Railway brings relief with two unreserved special trains from Kolkata hubs to key northern destinations. Announced amid soaring passenger numbers, these services bypass reservation woes, letting travelers hop on with basic tickets.
Departing March 1, 2026, the trains feature only general coaches for maximum flexibility. Train 03103 leaves Sealdah at 10:40 AM, journeying overnight to Prayagraj by 1:00 PM on March 2. En route, it serves Naihati, Burdwan, Bolpur, Rampurhat, Sahibganj, Kahalgaon, Bhagalpur, Jamalpur, Kiul, Mokama, Patna, Buxar, and DDU Junction—perfect for easterners bound for the Sangam city.
Meanwhile, the overnight 03015 from Howrah departs at 12:30 AM, pulling into Delhi at 1:00 PM next day. Major halts span Bandel, Durgapur, Asansol, Madhupur, Jhajha, Barauni, Hajipur, Ballia, Ghazipur City, Aunrihar, Varanasi, Phaphamau, Rae Bareli, and Moradabad, aiding access to UP and Delhi festivities.
NER’s festival ops are robust: alongside these, 66 special trips operate directly, with 116 pair-wise services from other zones and 94 transiting. This network expansion adds vast capacity for seamless travel.
Railway spokespersons advise maintaining order in unreserved sections, prioritizing safety during ticket inspections. The move targets laborers, youth, and families rushing home, promising scalability for extra runs if needed. Holi journeys just got simpler.