To accommodate the extra rush of passengers during the upcoming festivals, Indian Railways will operate several pairs of special trains from Ranchi to Ara, Jayanagar, Purnia Court and Kamakhya, along with one pair from Tata to Buxar, ensuring convenience for passengers during Durga Puja, Deepawali, and Chhath.

Ranchi-Ara-Ranchi Puja Special: The Ranchi-Ara-Ranchi Puja Special train will be operated between Ranchi and Ara via Bokaro, Gomo, Koderma, Gaya, and Sasaram. The special service will run every Sunday from September 28 to November 2, and from Ara every Monday from September 29 to November 3. 

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Ranchi-Jayanagar Deepawali Chhath Special: To run via Bokaro, Dhanbad, Jhajha, Kiul, Barauni, Samastipur, Darbhanga, and Madhubani. From Ranchi every Saturday (Oct 18-Nov 1) and from Jayanagar every Sunday (Oct 19-Nov 2).

Ranchi-Purnia Court Deepawali Chhath Special: To run via Bokaro, Dhanbad, Asansol, Rampur Hat, Malda Town, and Katihar. From Ranchi every Friday (Oct 17-31) and from Purnia Court every Saturday (Oct 18–Nov 1).

Ranchi-Kamakhya Puja Special: To run via Bokaro, Dhanbad, Jhajha, Kiul, New Barauni, Khagaria, and Katihar. From Ranchi every Saturday (Sept 27–Nov 1) and from Kamakhya every Monday (Sept 29–Nov 3).

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Tata-Buxar Deepawali Chhath Special: To run via Asansol, Jhajha, Kiul, and Patna. From Tata every Friday (Oct 17–31) and from Buxar every Saturday (Oct 18–Nov 1).

The railways said the services will help ease passenger load during the festive season, especially for those travelling to Bihar and Assam.