Indian Railways has announced a big relief for passengers ahead of the festive travel rush.
To manage rising demand and reduce overcrowding, 20 new trains will start operating from February 1, 2026, on major routes across India.
These new services are aimed at improving seat availability and making long-distance travel faster and more comfortable.
New Trains to Reduce Crowd and Travel Stress
The new services include Amrit Bharat Express, Vande Bharat Express, MEMU, and special passenger trains.
Railway officials say these trains will help reduce congestion on busy routes and increase the chances of getting confirmed tickets.
Ticket booking for these trains has already started on the IRCTC website and mobile app, allowing passengers to plan their journeys in advance.
Cities and Regions That Will Benefit Most
The routes have been planned to better connect north, south, east, and west India.
This move will help cut travel time on long routes and offer better connectivity between major cities and smaller towns.
The Railway Ministry has approved these services under Trains at a Glance 2026.
Special focus has been given to affordable and faster trains under the Amrit Bharat Mission, which is expected to benefit middle-class and general passengers the most.
List of New Train Routes Starting February 1
Here are some of the key trains and routes announced by Indian Railways:
Delhi – Shamli MEMU (Train No. 64033)
This train will help daily commuters traveling between Delhi and Shamli by offering a reliable and frequent service.
Pilibhit – Shahjahanpur Passenger
Launched to improve local connectivity, this daily passenger train will make short-distance travel easier and more affordable.
Rajendra Nagar – New Delhi Amrit Bharat
This train will be a convenient option for passengers traveling between Bihar and Delhi, especially during peak seasons.
Sabarmati – Jodhpur Vande Bharat
From February 1, the Vande Bharat Express on this route will run with revised timings, offering a faster and more comfortable journey between Gujarat and Rajasthan.
Kamakhya – Rohtak Amrit Bharat
This weekly train will connect Northeast India with Haryana, providing a direct and budget-friendly travel option for long-distance passengers.
Sambalpur – Erode Special Train
This extended service will make travel between Odisha and Tamil Nadu more direct, helping passengers heading to South India.
Puri – Rourkela Vande Bharat
This semi-high-speed train will improve connectivity between major cities in Odisha and support quick, comfortable intra-state travel.
Dhule – Varanasi and Ayodhya Trains
New trains from Dhule in Maharashtra to religious destinations like Varanasi and Ayodhya will offer pilgrims a direct and convenient travel option.
What This Means for Passengers
With these new trains, passengers can expect less crowding, better connectivity, and more confirmed tickets during the busy February travel period.
If you are planning a journey, booking early on IRCTC is advised to secure your preferred seats.
