In preparation for the large number of devotees attending the Maha Kumbh 2025, Western Railway has launched special trains to facilitate smooth and secure travel. Ajay Solanki, the PRO of Ahmedabad Division Railway, confirmed that 98 special trains have been introduced, with a strong focus on passenger convenience, cleanliness, and the efficient functioning of electric appliances.
Additionally, Railway Protection Force (RPF) teams have been deployed at stations to provide guidance and ensure security. “… For the convenience of passengers, Western Railway is running Kumbh special trains and denoting them through flex painting… Hygiene and the working of electric appliances are being taken care of… Up till now, 98 special trains have been started… RPF teams have been deployed at stations to guide passengers and security…” said Ajay Solanki.
Preparations for Maha Kumbh travel
Indian Railways has also made extensive preparations to accommodate the massive influx of devotees, with plans to operate over 10,000 trains, including 3,300 special trains. These arrangements aim to handle the significant crowd for the Sangam Snan, one of the central events of the Maha Kumbh.
Dilip Kumar, Executive Director of Information and Publicity at the Railway Board, highlighted the measures in place to manage the rush, including color-coded waiting areas for unreserved passengers at stations. The Railway Protection Force (RPF) and Government Railway Police (GRP) officers have been deployed to manage crowd flow and ensure orderly travel.
About Maha Kumbh
The Maha Kumbh, celebrated every 12 years, is expected to draw over 45 crore devotees. The event will culminate at the Sangam, where devotees will bathe in the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati rivers, a ritual believed to cleanse sins and grant liberation. The key bathing dates (Shahi Snan) will be January 14 (Makar Sankranti), January 29 (Mauni Amavasya), and February 3 (Basant Panchami).