Newssuper Kolkata: 27 Feb 2026 Holi is the vibrant festival of colors, a time for joy, togetherness, and celebration. However, these colors often fade for those who find themselves unable to reach home due to the heavy rush and unavailability of train tickets. Understanding the deep emotional connect of this festival and to ensure that no passenger misses out on celebrating with their loved ones, Sealdah Division has decided to operate 09 pairs of Special Trains from Sealdah and Kolkata stations. These services are specifically planned to manage the heavy festive influx and provide a comfortable, confirmed journey to various destinations across the country.
To cater specifically to the high demand on the Bihar and UP routes, several dedicated services have been scheduled. Train No. 03183/03184 (Sealdah – Madhubani) will depart Sealdah on Saturdays and return from Madhubani on Mondays, operating on February 28 and March 2, 7, and 9. Similarly, Train No. 03131/03132 (Sealdah – Gorakhpur) will provide frequent connectivity, running from Sealdah on Mondays and Thursdays, and returning from Gorakhpur on Wednesdays and Saturdays throughout late February and early March.
Additionally, two more pairs will serve in Kolkata – Madhubani route: Train No. 03185/03186 (Friday/Sunday) and Train No. 03187/03188 (Tuesday/Thursday) to ensure daily options during peak travel dates.
For those traveling towards North Bengal, Train No. 03129/03130 (Kolkata – New Jalpaiguri) will operate on February 28 and March 2, departing Kolkata on Saturday and returning from NJP on Monday. Furthermore, Train No. 03101/03102 (Sealdah – Malatipatpur) has been introduced to provide an extended service through March, departing Sealdah every Friday and returning from Malatipatpur every Sunday, covering dates from February 27 up to March 22.
Sealdah Division is also facilitating long-distance travel with services connecting to Assam and Uttarakhand. Train No. 05932/05931 (Dibrugarh – Kolkata) will run on Mondays (Feb 23, Mar 02, 09), while Train No. 04312/04311 (Yog Nagari Rishikesh – Kolkata) will operate on Wednesdays and Saturdays (Feb 28, Mar 04). Lastly, Train No. 05059/05060 (Kolkata – Lalkuan) will serve passengers heading towards Uttarakhand, departing Kolkata on Saturdays and returning from Lalkuan on Thursdays throughout the month of March.
With these 09 pairs of special trains, Sealdah Division aims to eliminate the inconvenience of long waiting lists, allowing passengers to secure their travel easily. By augmenting carrying capacity and providing diverse destination options, the division ensures that the spirit of Holi remains bright for everyone. Division also urges passengers to plan their journey accordingly.
