Railways to Run 13,000 Trains for Maha Kumbh Mela

New Uni-directional Movement System to Guide Pilgrims Through Yatri Kendras

Key Points:

• Indian Railways plans 10,000 regular and 3,000 special trains for event
• 50-day special service schedule includes buffer days for traffic management
• New passenger movement system aims to prevent station congestion

NEW DELHI – Indian Railways announced plans to operate 13,000 trains for Maha Kumbh Mela, introducing new measures for pilgrim movement.

The massive transportation initiative will span 50 days.

Operational Planning

Recent railway data shows this is their largest special service operation.

Meanwhile, officials estimate millions of pilgrims will use rail transport.

Moreover, similar arrangements during past Kumbh Melas handled lower train volumes.

Passenger Management

The new uni-directional movement system will guide pilgrims through Yatri Kendras.

However, railway experts suggest this could reduce station congestion by 40%.

Furthermore, digital monitoring systems will track passenger flow in real-time.

Safety Measures

Special safety protocols will be implemented at all major stations.

On the other hand, medical facilities will be available at key junction points.

Additionally, railway police will increase deployment during the event period.