Northern Railway Announces Special Train from Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra to New Delhi

New Delhi: In response to the increased demand for travel from Jammu and Kashmir, Northern Railway has announced the operation of a one-way special train service tonight, April 23, 2025, between Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra and New Delhi. This initiative aims to facilitate rail passengers and alleviate the extra rush in the region.

Train Schedule

The details of the special train service are as follows:

• Train No.: 04612
• Departure:
  • Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra (SVDK) at 21:20
• Stops:
  • Martyr Captain Tushar Mahajan (MCTM): Arrival at 21:48, Departure at 21:50
  • Jammu Tawi (JAT): Arrival at 23:00, Departure at 23:05
  • Pathankot Cantt (PTKC): Arrival at 00:45, Departure at 00:50
  • Jalandhar Cantt (JRC): Arrival at 02:45, Departure at 02:50
  • Dhandari Kalan (DDL): Arrival at 04:00, Departure at 04:10
  • Ambala Cantt (UMB): Arrival at 05:25, Departure at 05:35
  • Kurukshetra Jn (KKDE): Arrival at 06:10, Departure at 06:12
  • Panipat (PNP): Arrival at 07:10, Departure at 07:12
• Final Stop:
  • New Delhi (NDLS): Arrival at 09:30

Train Composition

The special train consists of:

• 7 General Coaches
• 8 Sleeper Coaches
• 2 Third AC Coaches
• 1 Third AC Economy Coach
• 2 Luggage Cum Brake Van

This move by Northern Railway is expected to provide much-needed relief to passengers and encourage tourism as the region continues to recover from recent adversities.

For any further inquiries, passengers are advised to contact the railway authorities or check for updates through official channels.