Kolkata : Holi, the vibrant festival of colours, is a time of joy, reunion, and celebration with loved ones. Yet for many passengers, the festive cheer often fades amid heavy rush and long waiting lists for train tickets. Recognising the emotional significance of the festival and the seasonal surge in travel demand, the Sealdah Division of Eastern Railway has announced the operation of 09 pairs of Holi Special Trains from Sealdah and Kolkata stations to ensure smooth and confirmed journeys for passengers across key destinations.
These special services have been strategically planned to manage the festive influx and provide enhanced connectivity to Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, North Bengal, Assam and Uttarakhand.
Special Focus on Bihar & Uttar Pradesh Routes
To address the high demand on Bihar and UP sectors:
- Train No. 03183/03184 (Sealdah – Madhubani – Sealdah)
- Departs Sealdah on Saturdays
- Returns from Madhubani on Mondays
- Operating on: February 28 and March 2, 7, 9
- Train No. 03131/03132 (Sealdah – Gorakhpur – Sealdah)
- Departs Sealdah on Mondays and Thursdays
- Returns from Gorakhpur on Wednesdays and Saturdays
- Running through late February and early March for frequent connectivity
Additionally, to further ease congestion on the Madhubani route:
- Train No. 03185/03186 (Kolkata – Madhubani – Kolkata)
- Friday departure from Kolkata
- Sunday return from Madhubani
- Train No. 03187/03188 (Kolkata – Madhubani – Kolkata)
- Tuesday departure from Kolkata
- Thursday return from Madhubani
These services together ensure near-daily options during peak travel days.
North Bengal Connectivity
- Train No. 03129/03130 (Kolkata – New Jalpaiguri – Kolkata)
- Departs Kolkata on Saturday (Feb 28)
- Returns from NJP on Monday (Mar 2)
- Train No. 03101/03102 (Sealdah – Malatipatpur – Sealdah)
- Departs Sealdah every Friday
- Returns from Malatipatpur every Sunday
- Operating from February 27 up to March 22
This extended schedule provides sustained relief during the entire Holi travel window.
Long-Distance Services to Assam & Uttarakhand
For passengers travelling longer distances:
- Train No. 05932/05931 (Dibrugarh – Kolkata – Dibrugarh)
- Runs on Mondays
- Dates: Feb 23, March 2 and 9
- Train No. 04312/04311 (Yog Nagari Rishikesh – Kolkata – Yog Nagari Rishikesh)
- Operates on Wednesdays and Saturdays
- Dates include: Feb 28, March 4
- Train No. 05059/05060 (Kolkata – Lalkuan – Kolkata)
- Departs Kolkata on Saturdays
- Returns from Lalkuan on Thursdays
- Operating throughout March
Ensuring a Colourful & Comfortable Journey
With these 09 pairs of Special Trains, Sealdah Division aims to:
- Reduce long waiting lists
- Increase seat availability
- Provide confirmed travel options
- Manage festive passenger rush efficiently
- Ensure safe and comfortable journeys
Passengers are advised to plan their travel in advance and book tickets at the earliest to avoid last-minute inconvenience.
This Holi, Sealdah Division reaffirms its commitment to keeping families connected — ensuring that the colours of celebration never fade due to travel constraints.
