Central Railway to run 54 special trains to Pandharpur and Miraj for Ashadi Fair

Central Railway announced on June 29, 2026, that it will operate 54 special trains to Pandharpur and Miraj in Maharashtra to assist devotees traveling for the upcoming Ashadi Fair. The special train services are scheduled to accommodate the large influx of passengers attending the annual religious festival, which is set to take place from July 22 to July 29, 2026.

The decision to run these additional services was officially announced in a statement released on Monday, June 29, 2026. Central Railway officials confirmed that the extra trains are aimed at managing the significant surge in passenger traffic that occurs during this period.

The Ashadi Fair is widely regarded as one of Maharashtra’s largest and most significant religious gatherings. Every year, a massive number of devotees travel from various parts of the state to participate in the pilgrimage.

According to the Central Railway administration, the primary objective of introducing these 54 special trains is to provide a safer and more comfortable journey for the devotees heading to the holy towns of Pandharpur and Miraj. The additional train services are expected to alleviate congestion on regular routes and ensure smoother transit during the week-long festival.

With the festival scheduled to run from July 22 to July 29, 2026, the railway authorities have finalized the plans to facilitate travel planning for the pilgrims. The announcement ensures that devotees can prepare for their journey to Pandharpur and Miraj with more transit options available.

Central Railway has emphasized that safety and passenger comfort are the key priorities behind scheduling these 54 special trains. Devotees traveling to Pandharpur and Miraj for the Ashadi Fair 2026 will benefit from these dedicated transport arrangements throughout the festival duration.