Ahead of Chhath Puja, railway authorities in Sealdah have strengthened arrangements to manage the festive rush. Divisional Railway Managers (DRM) said 136 trains, including 8 special services, are being operated, with holding areas, water facilities, and a war room set up to monitor crowds round the clock.
From Kolkata to Ambala and Visakhapatnam, railway officials are making all efforts to handle the festive rush.
Speaking to ANI, Divisional Railway Manager (DRM) Sealdah, Rajeev Saxena, said the Eastern Railway has taken extensive steps to manage the increased foot traffic.
“We have operated 136 trains this time…8 special trains are also being operated from Kolkata…We have also created a holding area in Sealdah and Kolkata where passengers arriving early will be accommodated…To monitor