To clear the extra rush of passengers during the festive season, South Western Railway has announced the run of Hatia – SMVT Bengaluru – Hatia Puja Special Trains (08637/08638). These special services will run weekly between October 2026 and December 2026, offering comfortable travel options for commuters celebrating Durga Puja and Diwali.
Special Train Route and Schedule Details
Here is the detailed schedule, operating days, and frequency of the upcoming festival special trains:
| Train No. & Name | From | To | Frequency/Dates | Special Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08637 Hatia - SMVT Bengaluru Puja Special | Hatia (HTE) | SMVT Bengaluru (SMVB) | Saturdays (Oct 3, 2026 – Nov 28, 2026) | Weekly Festival Special |
| 08638 SMVT Bengaluru - Hatia Puja Special | SMVT Bengaluru (SMVB) | Hatia (HTE) | Tuesdays (Oct 6, 2026 – Dec 1, 2026) | Weekly Festival Special |
Route Halts, Timings, or Alternate Arrangements
- Train No. 08637 Hatia - SMVT Bengaluru Special: Will depart from Hatia at 18:15 hrs every Saturday and arrive at SMVT Bengaluru at 03:00 hrs on the third day (Monday).
- Train No. 08638 SMVT Bengaluru - Hatia Special: Will depart from SMVT Bengaluru at 00:30 hrs every Tuesday and reach Hatia at 11:00 hrs the following day (Wednesday).
- Key Station Halts: These festival special trains will halt at key stations including Rourkela, Jharsuguda, Sambalpur, Titlagarh, Rayagada, Visakhapatnam, Vijayawada, Nellore, Renigunta, Katpadi, and Jolarpettai.
- Coach Composition: The trains will feature AC 2-Tier, AC 3-Tier, Sleeper Class, and General Second Class coaches to accommodate various passenger preferences.
- Booking Information: Reservations for these Puja Special trains can be made via the official IRCTC website or designated railway ticketing counters.
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