Indian Railways set a new record by carrying over 30 million passengers on November 4, 2024.
Indian Railways releases data
According to the Railway Ministry, 12 million suburban and 18 million non-suburban passengers traveled. This is a new record for the year.
68.5 million passengers during festivals
Passenger numbers increased during the festive season, especially during Durga Puja and Diwali. From October 1 to November 5, approximately 68.5 million passengers traveled.
More than some countries' populations
This number is higher than the population of countries like Australia and New Zealand.
4,521 special trains operated
A total of 4,521 special trains were operated from October 1 to November 5, carrying 6.5 million passengers.
Special arrangements for return journeys
Railways has made special arrangements for return journeys after Diwali. 164 special trains will operate from November 8.
Special trains in coming days
Indian Railways plans to operate 160 special trains on November 9, 161 on November 10, and 155 on November 11.