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In major relief for thousands of holiday travelers, students, and professionals traveling between southern Rajasthan and the National Capital Region (NCR), the North Western Railway (NWR) has announced a weekly festival special express train between Udaipur City and Delhi Sarai Rohilla. The special service will operate throughout the festive season from October 21 to November 26, 2026, catering to the surge in passenger traffic ahead of Diwali, Goverdhan Puja, Bhai Dooj, and Chhath Puja.
According to an official notification released by North Western Railway Chief Public Relations Officer (CPRO) Sh. Amit Sudarshan, the weekly festival special—designated as Train No. 09617 (Udaipur City to Delhi Sarai Rohilla) and Train No. 09618 (Delhi Sarai Rohilla to Udaipur City)—will complete a total of 12 trips (6 trips in each direction) over its six-week operational window.
🚆 At A Glance: Udaipur – Delhi Sarai Rohilla Festival Special
- Train Numbers: 09617 (Ex-Udaipur) / 09618 (Ex-Delhi Sarai Rohilla)
- Operational Period: October 21 to November 26, 2026 (6 Trips each way)
- Frequency: Every Wednesday from Udaipur; Every Thursday from Delhi Sarai
- Rake Type: 22 Modern LHB (Linke Hofmann Busch) Coaches
- Key Pilgrimage Halt: Ringas Junction (Direct connectivity to Shri Khatu Shyam Ji Temple)
- NCR Gateways: Rewari, Gurugram, Delhi Cantt, and Delhi Sarai Rohilla
Udaipur – Delhi Sarai Special: Complete Timetable & Schedule
The weekly special train has been scheduled to offer seamless overnight and daytime travel convenience for passengers traveling across Rajasthan and Haryana toward the national capital.
| Train No. & Direction | Origin Station | Departure Day & Time | Destination Station | Arrival Day & Time | Operational Span |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09617 (Up Special) | Udaipur City (UDZ) | Every Wednesday at 21:15 (9:15 PM) | Delhi Sarai Rohilla (DEE) | Thursday at 11:15 AM | Oct 21 to Nov 25, 2026 (6 Trips) |
| 09618 (Down Special) | Delhi Sarai Rohilla (DEE) | Every Thursday at 13:45 (1:45 PM) | Udaipur City (UDZ) | Friday at 04:00 AM | Oct 22 to Nov 26, 2026 (6 Trips) |
14 Intermediate Stoppages Across Rajasthan & Haryana
To maximize passenger accessibility across industrial, administrative, and pilgrim hubs, the railway administration has granted 14 official stoppages in both directions along the electrified mainline corridor:
| Station Code | Station Name | State / Region | Travel & Strategic Significance |
|---|---|---|---|
| UDZ | Udaipur City | Rajasthan (Mewar) | Originating Terminus / Lake City Tourist Hub |
| MVJ | Mavli Junction | Rajasthan (Udaipur) | Key junction serving Nathdwara & Vallabhnagar |
| CNA | Chanderiya | Rajasthan (Chittorgarh) | Industrial & Heritage Gateway to Chittorgarh Fort |
| BHL | Bhilwara | Rajasthan (Mewar) | Textile City of India & commercial passenger hub |
| BJNR | Bijainagar | Rajasthan (Ajmer Dist) | Industrial & agro-trading rail center |
| AII | Ajmer Junction | Rajasthan | Division HQ, Ajmer Dargah & Pushkar pilgrimage hub |
| KSG | Kishangarh | Rajasthan | Marble City of India & domestic airport link |
| FL | Phulera Junction | Rajasthan (Jaipur Dist) | Major railway junction connecting western Rajasthan |
| RGS | Ringas Junction | Rajasthan (Sikar) | Key Halt: Direct access for Shri Khatu Shyam Ji Pilgrims |
| NMK | Neem Ka Thana | Rajasthan (Shekhawati) | Mining & regional administrative center |
| NNL | Narnaul | Haryana (Mahendragarh) | Southern Haryana border junction |
| AEL | Ateli | Haryana | Commercial passenger halt on Rewari–Ringas route |
| RE | Rewari Junction | Haryana | Heritage junction connecting southern Haryana rail corridors |
| GGN | Gurugram (Gurgaon) | Haryana (NCR) | Millennium City IT & corporate corporate corridor |
| DEC | Delhi Cantt | New Delhi (NCR) | South-West Delhi defense & airport transit interchange |
| DEE | Delhi Sarai Rohilla | New Delhi | Final Northern Railway Terminus in Central Delhi |
22 Modern LHB Coach Composition
In accordance with Indian Railways’ passenger safety and comfort standards, the festival special will be hauled by high-speed electric locomotives utilizing modern Linke Hofmann Busch (LHB) coaches. The 22-coach train composition offers an extensive mix of air-conditioned, sleeper, and unreserved accommodations:
| Coach Class / Category | Number of Coaches | Total Capacity Features |
|---|---|---|
| AC 2-Tier (2A) | 2 Coaches | Spacious upper/lower berths with curtains & reading lights |
| AC 3-Tier (3A) | 6 Coaches | Full air-conditioned berths for families & holiday travel |
| AC 3-Economy (3E) | 2 Coaches | Affordable air-conditioned travel with modern modular fittings |
| Sleeper Class (SL) | 6 Coaches | Reserved non-AC berths catering to budget travelers |
| General Second Class (GS / Unreserved) | 4 Coaches | Affordable unreserved travel for short-distance & rural passengers |
| Power Car / Guard SLR (EOG / SLR) | 2 Coaches (1 Power Car + 1 SLR) | End-on-Generation power supply & luggage accommodation |
| Total Rake Composition | 22 LHB Coaches | High-capacity rake carrying over 1,500 passengers per trip |
Major Relief for Waitlisted Passengers on Chetak & Mewar Express
The Udaipur–Delhi route remains among the busiest sectors on the Indian Railways network, particularly during the festive months of October and November. Regular daily trains—including the Chetak Express (20473 / 20474) via Ringas and the Mewar Superfast Express (12963 / 12964) via Kota and Mathura—have already registered passenger waiting lists exceeding 150 to 200 in both Sleeper and Third AC categories.
The introduction of Train No. 09617 / 09618 provides a critical safety valve:
- Direct NCR Connectivity: Working professionals, IT employees in Gurugram, and university students studying in Delhi can now secure confirmed travel back home to Udaipur, Bhilwara, and Chittorgarh without paying exorbitant private bus fares.
- Ringas Halt for Khatu Shyam Ji Pilgrims: With the auspicious Kartik month beginning, thousands of devotees from Mewar visit Shri Khatu Shyam Ji and Salasar Balaji. The stoppage at Ringas allows pilgrims to disembark directly without detouring through Jaipur.
- Curbing Festive Bus Surcharges: Private sleeper bus operators between Udaipur and Delhi routinely inflate one-way ticket prices from the standard ₹1,200 to ₹3,500 during Diwali weekend. The festival special provides an economical, safe, and comfortable alternative.
Booking Information & Ticket Reservations
Bookings for Train No. 09617 / 09618 will open shortly across all computerized Passenger Reservation System (PRS) ticket counters and online via the official IRCTC website (www.irctc.co.in) and the IRCTC Rail Connect mobile application under special train tariff regulations.
Passengers are advised to verify real-time seat availability, train running status, and platform assignments via the National Train Enquiry System (NTES) or by dialing the unified railway helpline 139 before commencing their journey.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What are the train numbers for the Udaipur to Delhi Sarai festival special?
The festival special train numbers are 09617 for Udaipur City to Delhi Sarai Rohilla, and 09618 for Delhi Sarai Rohilla to Udaipur City.
On which days will the Udaipur–Delhi special train run?
Train No. 09617 will depart Udaipur City every Wednesday at 9:15 PM (Oct 21 to Nov 25, 2026). Train No. 09618 will depart Delhi Sarai Rohilla every Thursday at 1:45 PM (Oct 22 to Nov 26, 2026).
Does this train stop near Khatu Shyam Ji temple?
Yes. The train halts at Ringas Junction in both directions, which is the primary rail gateway for devotees traveling to the holy shrine of Shri Khatu Shyam Ji in Sikar district.
Does the train halt in Gurugram and Delhi Cantt?
Yes, before reaching Delhi Sarai Rohilla, the train halts at Rewari, Gurugram (Gurgaon), and Delhi Cantt, making it highly accessible for passengers residing across South-West Delhi and Haryana.
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