Indian Railways has announced a massive travel relief for passengers ahead of Holi 2026. To manage the heavy festival rush, more than 1400 special trains will be operated across major routes. This move is expected to ease waitlists, reduce overcrowding, and make Holi travel smoother for millions.
Holi 2026 Special Trains List (Train Number, Route, Class & Running Days)
| Train No | Train Name / Service | Source – Destination | Classes | Running Days / Schedule |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04101 / 04102 | Prayagraj – LTT Special | Prayagraj Junction – Lokmanya Tilak Terminus | AC, Sleeper, General | Feb 15 – Mar 31, 2026 (selected days) |
| 04121 / 04122 | Subedarganj – Charlapalli Special | Subedarganj – Charlapalli | AC, Sleeper, General | Feb 15 – Mar 31, 2026 (selected days) |
| 01922 / 01921 | VGL Jhansi – Pune Special | Virangana Lakshmibai Jhansi – Pune | AC, Sleeper, General | Feb 15 – Mar 31, 2026 (selected days) |
| 01924 / 01923 | VGL Jhansi – Hadapsar Special | Virangana Lakshmibai Jhansi – Hadapsar | AC, Sleeper, General | Feb 15 – Mar 31, 2026 (selected days) |
| 04151 / 04152 | Kanpur Central – LTT Special | Kanpur Central – Lokmanya Tilak Terminus | AC, Sleeper, General | Feb 15 – Mar 31, 2026 (selected days) |
| 08751 | Durg – Hazrat Nizamuddin Holi Special | Durg – Hazrat Nizamuddin | AC, Sleeper, General | Runs on 01 & 02 Mar 2026 |
| 08752 | Hazrat Nizamuddin – Durg Holi Special | Hazrat Nizamuddin – Durg | AC, Sleeper, General | Runs on 02 & 03 Mar 2026 |
🎉 Why Holi 2026 Special Trains Are Important
Holi is one of the busiest travel periods in India. Every year, passengers face long waiting lists and ticket shortages. By running 1400+ special trains, Indian Railways aims to provide:
- More confirmed tickets
- Better crowd management
- Smoother festival travel experience
🚆 IRCTC Booking Tips for Holi Travel
If you’re planning to travel during Holi 2026, keep these tips in mind:
- Book tickets early via IRCTC website or app
- Check special train numbers separately
- Monitor waitlist movement daily
- Use alternative stations if available
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📝 Final Words
With Holi 2026 approaching, this decision by Indian Railways is a big relief for passengers. If you’re planning to travel home for the festival, keep checking IRCTC updates and special train announcements.
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