Allocation of 15 rakes to Southern Railway for operating ‘Mahamagam Special’ trains welcomed
The Thanjavur District Rail Users Association has welcomed the allocation of 15 special train rakes by the Railway Board for the 2028 'Mahamagam' festival in Kumbakonam. The initiative is part of a broader plan to manage passenger traffic for major religious events across India in 2027 and 2028.
Why it matters
Efficient transport planning is critical for managing the massive influx of pilgrims during large-scale religious festivals in India.
The Thanjavur District Rail Users Association has welcomed the allocation of 15 rakes to Southern Railway to cater to the needs of Kumbakonam “Mahamaggam” pilgrims in 2028.
According to association secretary A. Giri, the Railway Board has written to the Railway Zonal General Managers to keep ready 150 rakes consisting of 20 coaches each duly checked for safety and technical aspects for operating specials trains during the mega events such as Kumbh Melas to be held in 2027 at Haridwar (January to April 2027) and Nasik (August to September 2027), the Godhavari Pushkaram (June to July 2027), “Mahamagam” at Kumbakonam during February to March in 2028, followed by Kumbh Mela at Ujjain during March to May 2028. Of the 150 rakes, 15 have been allotted to Southern Railway.
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