Diwali, Chhath Puja 2026: Railways suspends Platform Ticket sales at 6 Delhi stations, restricts parcel booking

Published 02 Nov 2026, 18:32 IST

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Diwali, Chhath Puja 2026: Railways suspends Platform Ticket sales at 6 Delhi stations, restricts parcel booking

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In view of the expected heavy passenger rush during Diwali and Chhath festivals, the Indian Railways has temporarily suspended platform ticket sales at six major railway stations in and around Delhi. The restriction will remain in place until November 14, 2026, as part of measures to ensure…

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The Indian Express Center-Left Indian Express Group Current article 02 Nov 2026, 18:32 IST

Diwali, Chhath Puja 2026: Railways suspends Platform Ticket sales at 6 Delhi stations, restricts parcel booking

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India TV Right Independent News Service 04 Nov 2026, 07:29 IST

Indian Railways suspends platform ticket sales at six Delhi stations, check new rules

In view of the expected heavy passenger rush during Diwali and Chhath festivals, the Indian Railways has temporarily suspended platform ticket sales at six major railway stations in and around Delhi. The restriction will remain in place until November 14, 2026, as part of measures to ensure…

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