Historic! More than 3 crore people traveled by train in one day, Indian Railways created a new record

The total passenger traffic on this day crossed 3 crores, setting a new benchmark.

Indian Railways created new record More than 3 crore passengers traveled by train in day News In Hindi: According to a statement issued by the Railway Ministry, Indian Railways has created a historic record by transporting more than 3 crore passengers in a single day on November 4, 2024. The achievement has been achieved, which is a remarkable achievement in the transport history of the country.

On November 4, Indian Railways carried 120.72 lakh non-suburban passengers, including 19.43 lakh reserved passengers and 101.29 lakh unreserved passengers, along with a record 180 lakh suburban passengers, making it the highest single-day passenger count in 2024. Went. The total passenger traffic on this day crossed 3 crores, setting a new benchmark.

6.85 crore passengers traveled

According to the ministry, between October 1 and November 5, around 6.85 crore passengers traveled on Indian Railways through trains destined for Bihar, eastern Uttar Pradesh and Jharkhand. This impressive number of travelers exceeds the combined populations of countries such as Australia and New Zealand, highlighting the sheer scale of travel during this period.

The ministry also said that this achievement reflects Indian Railways' commitment towards meeting the increased demand during the peak festival season, making travel easier and more accessible for all.(More than 3 crore passengers traveled) by train in day News In Hindi)

65 lakh passengers traveled in 4,521 special trains in the last 36 days

In view of the huge rush of passengers during the festive season, Indian Railways has run 4,521 additional special trains between October 1 and November 5, 2024, carrying 65 lakh passengers. The ministry said, “These additional services have played an important role in facilitating smooth travel during the ongoing Durga Puja, Diwali and Chhath Puja celebrations. These special efforts of the Railways have helped millions of passengers reach their destinations in comfort. This achievement It reflects Indian Railways' commitment to meet the increased demand during the peak festive season, making travel easier and more accessible for all.”

To meet the increased travel demand during the festive period from October 1 to November 30, Indian Railways had earlier announced a total of 7,724 special trains, marking an increase of 73 per cent compared to last year's 4,429 special train services. Is. Indian Railways has run an average of 175 special trains every day in the last four days to take passengers to their destinations for Chhath Puja. (More than 3 crore passengers traveled by train in day News In Hindi)

Indian Railways is preparing for the return journey

With the festive season over, Indian Railways is gearing up for the return rush from November 8, 2024, coinciding with the end of Chhath Puja. Special trains have been announced to facilitate the returning passengers, with additional trains planned for Samastipur, Danapur divisions and other divisions to meet local demand.

In view of the increasing number of passengers, Indian Railways will run 164 special trains on November 8, while additional trains will be run on November 9, 10 and 11. These efforts are aimed at reducing congestion and ensuring a smooth return journey for millions of passengers returning to their homes. Subsequently, Indian Railways has planned 160 special trains for November 9, 161 for November 10 and 155 special trains for November 11, to ensure adequate capacity to handle the expected rush of passengers during the festive period.

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