ECoR extends periodicity of special trains, augments trains for passenger convenience

In a move to enhance passenger convenience and address growing travel demand, East Coast Railway has announced the extension of periodicity and augmentation of some trains to meet increased passenger demand and ensure better travel convenience.

In response to sustained public demand and patronage, the periodicity of some special trains has been extended, said ECoR officials.

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The trains that have either had their periodicity extended or been augmented include Train No. 02832/02831 Bhubaneswar-Dhanbad Special. This train will now continue to run from Bhubaneswar and Dhanbad until 31 July 2025. The service has been extended up to 1 August.

Similarly, Train No. 02839/02840 Shalimar-Puri-Special will continue to operate from both Shalimar and Puri until 31 August. The service has been extended up to 1 September.

Besides, 20707/20708 Secunderabad-Visakhapatnam-Secunderabad Vande Bharat Express has been augmented from 16 to 20 coaches to meet growing passenger demand and enhance travel comfort.

Furthermore, 18117/18118 Rourkela-Gunupur-Rourkela Rajyarani Express has been augmented with one sleeper class coach and one AC 2-Tier coach.