To accommodate the increased passenger demand during the Diwali and Chhath festivals, Southern Railway has announced special weekly trains between Chennai Central and Ambala Cantonment in Haryana.
Train Schedule and Timings
Train No. 06097, named the Dr MGR Chennai Central – Ambala Cantonment Weekly Festival Special, will depart from Dr MGR Chennai Central at 5:15 AM on October 28, November 4, and November 11, 2024 (Mondays). This train is scheduled to reach Ambala Cantonment at 2:10 AM on the third day.
The return train, Train No. 06098 Ambala Cantonment – Dr MGR Chennai Central Weekly Festival Special, will leave Ambala Cantonment at 3:30 PM on October 30, November 6, and November 13, 2024 (Wednesdays). It will arrive at Dr MGR Chennai Central at 1:35 PM on the third day of the journey.
Coach Composition and Facilities
The special trains will include 10 Sleeper Class Coaches, 6 General Second Class Coaches, and 2 Second Class Coaches equipped with facilities for Divyangjan (persons with disabilities) to ensure comfort and accessibility for all passengers.
Here are the timings and stoppages for Train No. 06097/06098 Dr. MGR Chennai Central – Ambala Cantonment – Dr. MGR Chennai Central Weekly Festival Specials (in hours):
