India announces extra Diwali special trains as festival travel demand rises
What happened
Tamil media outlets DinaMani, Thanthi TV and News18 Tamil report that additional special trains have been announced for Diwali travel. News18 Tamil's headline says 6 more special trains were announced. The source material does not list the routes or train numbers.
When it started
The article links are dated 2 November 2026, according to the DinaMani URL. The exact date of the announcement is not stated in the material provided.
How it spread
The reports say people who have not yet booked tickets can still look for seats on these trains. The reports do not describe the booking process. Travellers should check official Indian Railways channels for schedules, fares and availability.
Why it matters
The reports frame the extra trains as a response to Diwali travel. The sources do not give official reasons for the timing or the number of trains.