Diwali-Chhath Special Train: Durg-Nizamuddin Service to Run for Three Trips in Each Direction
Raipur, October 29, 2026 (Udaipur Kiran): South East Central Railway will operate a special train between Durg and Hazrat Nizamuddin to manage additional passenger traffic during Diwali and Chhath Puja. The service will operate for three trips in each direction between November 1 and November 16, 2026.
The special train is intended to provide additional travel options for passengers travelling between Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh and Delhi during the festive season.
According to Dr Suskar Vipul Vilas Rao, Senior Divisional Commercial Manager (SDCM) of the Raipur Railway Division, the service has been planned to help passengers manage the festive rush and improve travel convenience.
Durg-Nizamuddin Special Train Schedule
Train number 08751 Durg–Nizamuddin Puja Special will depart from Durg on November 1, 8 and 15, all Sundays.
The return service, train number 08752 Nizamuddin–Durg Puja Special, will depart from Hazrat Nizamuddin on November 2, 9 and 16, all Mondays.
Durg to Nizamuddin: Train No. 08751
The train will depart from Durg at 10:45 AM and reach Hazrat Nizamuddin at 11:10 AM the following day.
| Station | Arrival | Departure |
|---|---|---|
| Durg | — | 10:45 AM |
| Raipur | 11:20 AM | 11:25 AM |
| Usalapur | 1:20 PM | 1:30 PM |
| Pendra Road | 2:55 PM | 2:57 PM |
| Anuppur | 3:40 PM | 3:45 PM |
| Shahdol | 4:20 PM | 4:22 PM |
| Umaria | 5:14 PM | 5:16 PM |
| Katni Murwara | 7:40 PM | 7:50 PM |
| Damoh | 8:50 PM | 8:52 PM |
| Sagar | 10:00 PM | 10:05 PM |
| Virangana Lakshmibai Jhansi | 3:25 AM (next day) | 3:35 AM |
| Agra Cantt | 7:10 AM | 7:15 AM |
| Mathura | 8:55 AM | 9:00 AM |
| Hazrat Nizamuddin | 11:10 AM | — |
Nizamuddin to Durg: Train No. 08752
The return train will depart from Hazrat Nizamuddin at 12:30 PM and is scheduled to reach Durg at 1:45 PM the following day.
| Station | Arrival | Departure |
|---|---|---|
| Hazrat Nizamuddin | — | 12:30 PM |
| Mathura | 2:15 PM | 2:20 PM |
| Agra Cantt | 3:10 PM | 3:15 PM |
| Virangana Lakshmibai Jhansi | 7:50 PM | 7:55 PM |
| Sagar | 11:50 PM | 11:55 PM |
| Damoh | 1:00 AM (next day) | 1:02 AM |
| Katni Murwara | 2:45 AM | 2:55 AM |
| Umaria | 4:18 AM | 4:20 AM |
| Shahdol | 5:38 AM | 5:40 AM |
| Anuppur | 6:30 AM | 6:35 AM |
| Pendra Road | 7:15 AM | 7:17 AM |
| Usalapur | 9:45 AM | 9:55 AM |
| Raipur | 12:10 PM | 12:15 PM |
| Durg | 1:45 PM | — |
Six Stations in Chhattisgarh and Madhya Pradesh to Get Commercial Stops
The special train will have commercial halts at six stations under South East Central Railway: Raipur, Usalapur, Pendra Road, Anuppur, Shahdol and Umaria.
It will also stop at Katni Murwara, Damoh, Sagar, Virangana Lakshmibai Jhansi, Agra Cantt and Mathura on its route to and from Delhi.
These stops will provide additional travel options for passengers across the route during the festive period.
Special Train to Have 20 Coaches
The train will have a total of 20 coaches, comprising:
- 2 SLRD coaches
- 4 General coaches
- 11 Sleeper Class coaches
- 2 AC 3-Tier coaches
- 1 AC 2-Tier coach
Passengers are advised to check the operating dates, stoppages and latest timetable through the official Indian Railways website, NTES or the RailOne app before beginning their journey.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. When will the Durg-Nizamuddin Diwali-Chhath Special train operate?
The train will depart from Durg on November 1, 8 and 15, 2026.
2. When will the return train leave Hazrat Nizamuddin?
Train number 08752 will depart on November 2, 9 and 16, 2026.
3. What are the train numbers?
The Durg-to-Nizamuddin service is numbered 08751, while the return service is numbered 08752.
4. What time will the train depart from Durg?
Train number 08751 will depart from Durg at 10:45 AM.
5. What time will the train reach Hazrat Nizamuddin?
The Durg-Nizamuddin Special is scheduled to arrive at 11:10 AM the following day.
6. Which stations in Chhattisgarh and Madhya Pradesh will the train serve?
The listed commercial stops include Raipur, Usalapur, Pendra Road, Anuppur, Shahdol and Umaria. The train will also stop at Katni Murwara, Damoh and Sagar.
7. How many coaches will the special train have?
The train will have 20 coaches, including general, sleeper, AC 3-Tier, AC 2-Tier and SLRD coaches.
8. Where can passengers check the latest timetable?
Passengers can check train schedules and stoppages through the official Indian Railways website, NTES or the RailOne app.
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