To ease travel during the festive season, the Indian Railways has introduced a weekly Puja Special Train (09041/09042) between Udhna and Ballia.
This train will operate for a limited period, making three round trips, and will benefit passengers traveling during Dussehra, Diwali, and Chhath.
Train Timetable
Udhna to Ballia (09041):
Departure: Every Thursday from September 25 to October 9, 2025, at 6:40 AM.
Major halts: Surat (7:05 AM), Vadodara (9:00 AM), Ujjain (4:05 PM), Jhansi (2:15 PM), Prayagraj (10:20 AM), Varanasi (2:45 PM).
Arrival: Ballia at 8:15 PM on the same day.
Ballia to Udhna (09042):
Departure: Every Friday from September 26 to October 10, 2025, at 11:30 PM.
Major halts: Ghazipur City (12:15 AM), Varanasi (5:20 AM), Prayagraj (11:20 AM), Jhansi (6:25 PM), Ujjain (3:50 AM), Surat (12:20 PM).
Arrival: Udhna at 12:45 PM the next day.
Train Amenities
The Puja Special Train will feature 16 modern LHB coaches, including:
14 AC Third Class coaches
1 generator-cum-luggage van
1 SLR/D coach
These facilities are aimed at ensuring a comfortable and safe journey for passengers.
Railway’s Appeal to Passengers
Ashok Kumar, Public Relations Officer of the Northeast Railway (Varanasi), advised travelers to:
Check the official railway website: www.indianrail.gov.in
