Diwali-Chhath Special Train: In view of the increased passenger rush during Diwali and Chhath Puja, the Railways has introduced a special service. To facilitate travel, a ‘Puja Special’ train will run between Durg and the Hazrat Nizamuddin station in Delhi. The train will complete three round trips, providing an additional travel option for passengers during the festive season.
Schedule for the Durg-Nizamuddin Puja Special Train
- Train No. 08751: Durg to Nizamuddin
This Puja Special train will depart from Durg on Sundays—November 1, 8, and 15, 2026.
Departure from Durg: 10:45 AM
Arrival at Raipur: 11:20 AM
Stopover at Raipur: 5 minutes
Arrival at Hazrat Nizamuddin: 11:10 AM the following day
- Train No. 08752: Nizamuddin to Durg
On its return journey, the train will depart from Hazrat Nizamuddin on Mondays—November 2, 9, and 16, 2026.
Departure from Nizamuddin: 12:30 PM
Arrival at Raipur: 12:10 PM the following day
Arrival at Durg: 1:45 PM the following day
Route and Key Stations
As per the scheduled route, the train will pass through several major stations, including Mathura, Agra Cantt, Jhansi, Sagar, Katni Murwara, Umaria, Shahdol, and Uslapur. Passengers from Raipur and Durg will also benefit from this service.
20 Coaches on the Train
According to the Railways, the Puja Special train will consist of a total of 20 coaches, featuring various classes to cater to the needs of the passengers. Coach Type | Number
SLRD Coach | 2
General Coach | 4
Sleeper Coach | 11
AC Third Class | 2
AC Second Class | 1
Total | 20
Check timings before your journey
This special train, operated for the convenience of passengers during the festive season, provides an additional travel option for those boarding from Durg, Raipur, and other stations along the route. The Railways advises passengers to verify the train’s operating dates, timings, and scheduled stops via the official railway website or the NTES app before commencing their journey.
