New Delhi: The Indian Railways is gearing up for safe and comfortable return journey of passengers after the Chhath Puja festivities, the government said on Friday.

For October 28, 6,181 special trains have been notified to facilitate passengers returning to their workplaces after the festival season, the Railways Ministry said in a statement.

Around 30 stations in Bihar are gearing up for the festive rush with holding areas, additional ticket counters, CCTV surveillance, and other passenger-friendly arrangements.

“Additional coaches are also being attached to existing services to accommodate increased demand. Weather proof holding areas are being created at major stations to manage large passenger inflows and provide convenient waiting facilities before train departures,” according to

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