Train Update: In response to the increasing number of passengers, East Central Railway has announced an extension in the operation of several special trains. The railway has also introduced stoppages at Siho station for selected services, which were earlier halting at Darbhanga.

Officials said the decision was taken to manage heavy demand during the upcoming travel period and to provide more convenience to passengers. The extended services will cover routes connecting Muzaffarpur, Anand Vihar, Saraigarh, Deoghar, Saharsa, and Purnia Court.

Train schedules Announced By East Central Railway:

Muzaffarpur–Anand Vihar Special (05219): Will run from Muzaffarpur every Saturday between 16 August and 13 September.

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Anand Vihar–Muzaffarpur Special (05220): Will operate every Sunday between 17 August and 14 September.

Saraigarh–Deoghar Special (05517): To run daily from 15 August to 24 August.

Deoghar–Saraigarh Special (05518): To run daily from 16 August to 25 August.

Saharsa–Purnia Court Special (05506): Will operate every Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, and Friday from 17 August to 15 September.

Purnia Court–Saharsa Special (05505): To run on Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday from 21 August to 18 September.

Saharsa–Anand Vihar Special (05575): To run every Wednesday from 20 August to 10 September.

Anand Vihar–Saharsa Special (05576): To run every Tuesday from 19 August to 9 September.

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Purnia Court–Anand Vihar Special (05579): Will operate four days a week (Friday, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday) from 17 August to 15 September.

Anand Vihar–Purnia Court Special (05580): Will operate from 20 August to 17 September, four days a week (Sunday, Friday, Wednesday, Thursday).

New Stoppage At Siho station:

- Trains 05575 and 05579 will arrive at Siho at 11:35 PM and depart at 11:40 PM.

- Trains 05576 and 05580 will arrive at 4:00 AM and depart at 4:05 AM.