ECoR Runs Three-Day Berhampur–Puri Passenger Specials for Kartik Purnima
The short-term services target the Kartik Purnima–Boita Bandana influx.
Overview
- East Coast Railway began operating festival passenger specials between Berhampur and Puri for three days from November 4 to 6.
- Train 08417 departed Berhampur at 8:35 pm on November 4 and was scheduled to reach Puri at 1:30 am on November 5.
- Return services include Train 08418 leaving Puri at 3:00 am on November 5 and Train 08448 departing Puri at 5:00 am on November 6.
- The trains make extended stops at multiple stations including Jagannathpur, Chatrapur, Chilika, Sakhigopal, and Malatipatpur while bypassing Khurda Road junction.
- ECoR said the temporary services aim to accommodate devotees traveling for holy dips and rituals, with passengers advised to plan for heavy footfall and cooperate with staff.