Indian Railways has announced a special Vande Bharat service between Patna and New Delhi to accommodate the surge in passenger traffic during Diwali and Chhath Puja. The service, numbered 02253/02254, will operate 16 trips in each direction to provide additional travel options for passengers heading home for the festive season.

The special service will connect Bihar's capital with the national capital, with stops at six stations along the route.

Patna-New Delhi Vande Bharat Special: Dates And Timings

Train number 02253 from Patna to New Delhi will depart every Saturday, Monday and Wednesday starting October 24 till November 28.

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The return service, train no 02254, will run from New Delhi to Patna on Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday from October 22 to November 26.

It will leave Patna Junction at 10 am and reach New Delhi at 11.30 pm. On its return journey, it will leave New Delhi at 8.35 am and reach Patna at 9.30 pm.

Vande Bharat Special Train: Route And Stoppages

The special Vande Bharat service will stop at six stations between Patna and New Delhi:

* Aligarh

* Kanpur Central

* Prayagraj

* Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya Junction

* Buxar

* Ara

The train will have air-conditioned chair car coaches.

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Railway officials said additional special trains were being operated on several routes to manage the increased passenger rush during the festive season and provide more convenient travel options.