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The South Western Railway has announced the introduction of Holi special trains f rom Bengaluru to Bengal, Jharkhand and Uttarakhand to accommodate the surge

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in passenger demand during the Holi festival. These special services aim to facilitate easier travel for individuals wishing to visit family or partake in celebrations across various regions.

Schedule for Bengaluru to West Bengal Trains

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\nTrain Number 06565\n
\nDeparture: SMVT Bengaluru - 11:40 PM (Sundays, March 1 and 8)\n
\nArrival: Malda Town, West Bengal - 4:30 PM (Tuesdays)\n
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\nTrain Number 06566\n
\nDeparture: Malda Town, West Bengal - 4 PM (Wednesdays, Feb 25, March 4 and 11)\n
\nArrival: SMVT Bengaluru - 12:45 PM (Fridays)\n
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Schedule for Bengaluru to Jharkhand Trains

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\nTrain Number 06563\n
\nDeparture: Yeshwantpur - 7:30 AM (Saturdays, Feb 28, March 7, 14, 21, 28, April 4, 11 and 25)\n
\nArrival: Dhanbad, Jharkhand - 10:15 AM (Mondays)\n
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\nTrain Number 06564\n
\nDeparture: Dhanbad, Jharkhand - 8:45 PM (Mondays, Feb 23, March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, April 6, 13, 20 and 27)\n
\nArrival: Yeshwantpur - 9:30 pm (Wednesdays)\n
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Schedule for Bengaluru to Uttarakhand Trains

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\nTrain Number 06597 \n
\nDeparture: Yeshwantpur - 7 AM (Thursdays, March 5, 12, 19, 26, April 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30)\n
\nArrival: Yog Nagari Rikshikesh, Uttarakhand - 10.20 AM (Saturdays)\n
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\nTrain Number: 06598\n
\nDeparture: Yog Nagari Rikshikesh, Uttarakhand - 5:55 PM (Saturdays, March 7, 14, 21, 28, April 4, 11, 18, 25 and May 2)\n
\nArrival: Yeshwantpur - 7:45 PM (Mondays)\n
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Bi-Weekly Express Train Service

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\nMoreover, a bi-weekly express train will also operate between SMVT Bengaluru and Bidar. This service will run from the Sir M. Visvesvaraya Terminal in Bengaluru, with trains scheduled to depart every Friday and Sunday. \n
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\nPassengers can expect this train to remain operational until late March 2026, providing consistent connectivity for those travelling to celebrate the festival.\n
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Weekly Train Service to Kalaburagi

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\nIn addition to the express service, a weekly train will run between Bengaluru Cantonment and Kalaburagi. This route serves as a vital link for travellers from northern Karnataka, allowing them to return home or visit friends and family during the festive season.\n
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Bengaluru and Kolkata Special Train

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\nFor those heading towards eastern India, a special train will connect Yelahanka in Bengaluru to Santragachi in Kolkata. This service enhances direct travel options between southern and eastern India, accommodating the needs of passengers looking to attend family gatherings or celebrations during Holi.\n
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Travel Advisory and Ticket Booking

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\nAll these special trains will adhere to their established timetables and scheduled stops, continuing to operate until the end of March 2026. Passengers are strongly advised to check seat availability and secure their tickets in advance, as demand typically increases during this holiday period.\n

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Heading Home for Holi? Bengaluru Gets Special Trains to Bengal, Jharkhand, Uttarakhand and Kolkata — Check Schedule

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