The Northeast Frontier Railway has introduced additional special train services to manage the growing number of pilgrims visiting the famous Tripura Sundari Temple at Matabari in Tripura during the three-day Diwali celebrations. The additional services are intended to make festival travel easier for devotees arriving from different parts of the state.
Special Trains on Agartala–Sabroom Route
Unreserved special trains are operating on the Agartala–Sabroom section, connecting important stations used by pilgrims travelling towards southern Tripura.
A special service scheduled for November 9 and 10. These trains are expected to provide more convenient connections for passengers travelling to Udaipur, where the famous temple is located.
Additional Services for Northern Tripura
Railway authorities have also arranged special trains between Agartala and Dharmanagar on November 9 and 10.
The services are expected to help passengers travelling from northern parts of Tripura and reduce congestion during the busy festival period.
Additional passenger capacity and suitable railway coaches have been arranged to accommodate the expected rush.
Matabari Temple Attracts Thousands of Devotees
The Tripura Sundari Temple, located in Udaipur, is one of India’s revered Shakti Peethas. Its annual Diwali celebrations attract large numbers of devotees from different parts of India and neighbouring countries.
The festival is also an important occasion for local tourism, hotels, transport operators and businesses.
Better Railway Connectivity for Festival Travellers
The additional train services are expected to improve passenger movement and make pilgrimage journeys more convenient.
The initiative also highlights the importance of railway connectivity in supporting religious tourism and managing large festival gatherings.
