Railways run 244 special trains for Mauni Amavasya, 40 in Prayagraj on peak day
Indian Railways ran 244 special trains for the Mauni Amavasya period from 3 January 2026, carrying about 4.5 lakh passengers, with 40 special trains in Prayagraj on 18 January alone.
Summary
Indian Railways said on 19 January 2026 that 244 special trains had been run across the country since 3 January for Mauni Amavasya: 31 by Northern Railway, 158 by North Central Railway and 55 by North Eastern Railway, serving about 4.5 lakh passengers. On the peak day, 18 January, Prayagraj saw 40 special trains carrying about 1 lakh passengers, while all regular trains ran on schedule.
Key facts
- Special trains
- 244 since 3 January 2026
- Passengers
- About 4.5 lakh
- Zones
- NR 31, NCR 158, NER 55
- Peak day
- 18 January: 40 trains in Prayagraj, ~1 lakh passengers
Practice MCQs 2 questions
How many special trains did Indian Railways run for the Mauni Amavasya period from 3 January 2026?
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Correct answer: C — 244
PIB (Railways): 244 special trains were operated since 3 January 2026, serving about 4.5 lakh passengers.
Which railway zone ran the largest number of the 244 Mauni Amavasya special trains in January 2026?
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Correct answer: D — North Central Railway
PIB (Railways): North Central Railway ran 158 trains, Northern Railway 31 and North Eastern Railway 55.