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News India Live, Digital Desk: Holi in Bihar is not just a festival but the biggest occasion of homecoming. For Holi falling on March 4 this year, almost all major trains going to Bihar from metropolitan cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru and Ahmedabad 25 February to 3 March Confirmed seats have been exhausted between. As soon as the reservation window opened, within a few minutes the tickets reached ‘Regret’ status.
1. ‘No Room’ situation in these major trains
The waiting list in premium and superfast trains of Bihar route has broken records. The situation is most worrying between February 28 and March 2:
| name of train | route | Situation (February 28 – March 2) |
|---|---|---|
| Tejas Rajdhani (12310) | New Delhi – Patna | No Room / Waiting 150+ |
| Total Revolution (12394) | New Delhi – Rajendra Nagar | Regret (waiting off) |
| Vikramshila X. (12368) | Anand Vihar – Bhagalpur | weighting above 200 |
| Magadh Express (20802) | New Delhi – Islampur | no room |
| Seemanchal Express (12488) | Anand Vihar – Jogbani | waiting 180+ |
| Shramjeevi Express (12392) | New Delhi – Rajgir | seats not available |
2. Why is there so much outcry?
Long weekend: holi in 2026 Tuesday (3 March) And Wednesday (4 March) Is falling to. People have already planned to reach home before March 1 (Sunday).
Limited options: Despite the increase in the number of regular trains, the pressure of passengers is 5 times more.
Airfare: Demand for air tickets has increased due to non-availability of seats in trains, due to which Delhi-Patna fares have increased. ₹12,000 to ₹15,000 Has reached.
3. What are your options now?
If you have not received a confirmed ticket yet, do not despair. railway soon holi special trains Is going to announce:
Waiting for special trains: East Central Railway (ECR) and Northern Railway in the first week of February More than 100 special trains Can announce.
Instant Quota: Try to book Tatkal tickets at 10 am (AC) and 11 am (Sleeper) a day before the journey.
Vande Bharat Sleeper: recently started vande bharat sleeper trains Some special coaches can also be added.
Bus support: Bihar State Road Transport Corporation (BSRTC) from Delhi and Lucknow to Patna, Muzaffarpur and Gaya. 200 additional buses Getting ready to run.
4. The path of return is also not easy
There are no less difficulties for the migrants returning after celebrating Holi. March 5 to March 10 Between 2018 and 2020, long waiting lists have started in trains going from Bihar to big cities. Passengers are advised to book their return tickets now, even if they are in ‘waiting’ mode.
Important tip for travelers
If your waiting list is below 50, your chances of getting confirmed increase when special trains are announced. On IRCTC website ‘Alternative Train’ (VIKALP) Make sure to select the option so that you can get a seat in another train on the same route.