- By Shibra Arshad
- Sat, 13 Sep 2025 08:49 AM (IST)
- Source:JND
The railway has announced a significant relief for devotees travelling from Dhanbad, Bokaro, and Ranchi to Tirupati Balaji. The Raxaul-Chirlapalli weekly special train, which currently runs up to Chirlapalli, will now be extended to Tirupati. This direct train service is set to commence from September 20 from Chirlapalli and September 23 from Raxaul, just in time for the Navratri festivities.
Dhanbad-Tirupati Balaji Direct Train
Devotees from Dhanbad and surrounding areas have long been facing difficulties in travelling to Tirupati Balaji due to the lack of a direct train. They had to change trains at stations like Chennai or Renigunta, which not only added to their travel time but also increased their expenses. With the extension of the Raxaul-Chirlapalli train to Tirupati, devotees can now travel directly to the sacred city without any hassle.
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Key Benefits
- Devotees from Dhanbad and surrounding areas can now travel directly to Tirupati without having to change trains at Chennai or Renigunta.
- The direct train will reduce travel expenses for pilgrims, making it a more affordable option for those who want to visit the sacred city.
- The train will have stoppages at major stations, including Secunderabad, Lingampalli, Vikarabad, Tandur, Krishna, Raichur, Mantralayam Road, Adoni, Guntakal, Tadipatri, Yerraguntla, Kadapa, Rajampet, and Renigunta, providing ample opportunities for passengers to board or alight at their preferred stations.
Raxaul-Chirlapalli Train: Revised Time Table
- 07051 Chirlapalli-Raxaul Special: The train will depart from Tirupati every Saturday at 8:15 AM, reaching Secunderabad at 8:45 PM, Chirlapalli at 9:03 PM, Dhanbad at 12:40 AM the next day, and Raxaul at 1:30 PM on Monday.
- 07052 Raxaul-Chirlapalli Special: The train will depart from Raxaul every Tuesday at 8:30 AM, reaching Dhanbad at 9:25 PM, Chirlapalli at 4:00 AM on Thursday, Secunderabad at 4:30 AM, and Tirupati at 6:30 PM.
Changes In Train Schedule
- The train will now reach Chirlapalli 40 minutes earlier, at 4:00 AM instead of 4:40 AM, and will also proceed to Secunderabad. This schedule change will benefit passengers who want to travel to Secunderabad or other stations beyond Chirlapalli.
- Ticket booking for the extended route is expected to commence soon, and passengers can look forward to booking their tickets in advance to ensure a confirmed reservation.
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The extension of the Raxaul-Chirlapalli train to Tirupati is a welcome move for devotees from Dhanbad and surrounding areas. The direct train service will not only reduce travel time and expenses but also provide a more convenient and hassle-free journey to the sacred city.