South Eastern Railway gears up for Holi exodus with dedicated special trains linking Tatanagar and Katihar. Each will complete five return journeys starting March 2026, addressing the extra passenger load during the colorful festival.
Tuesday’s official circular highlights safety and comfort, vital as Bihar-Jharkhand routes see unprecedented demand yearly.
Train 08181 Tatanagar-Katihar runs Mondays from March 2-30 at 13:00, reaching destination by 07:30 next morning. Reverse service 08182 operates Tuesdays March 3-31 from 10:30, terminating Tatanagar 04:30 subsequent day.
Route coverage is comprehensive: SER stations Chandil, Muri, Bokaro Steel City; extended to Chandrapura, Katrasgarh, Dhanbad, Chittaranjan, Madhupur, Jasidih, Jhaja, Kiul, Begusarai, Khagaria, Naugachia.
This strategic deployment eases congestion on regular services. Officials appeal for pre-travel reservation confirmations and timely arrivals to avoid last-minute rushes.
Promoted via social media, the service aligns with railway’s festival preparedness. Travelers can now book confidently, ensuring they join Holi festivities without transport hurdles.