Traveling to Bihar during Diwali and Chhath festivals is always a challenge due to high demand for train tickets. This year, most major trains to Bihar from Delhi and other parts of India are already fully booked. There is little chance of finding tickets now as most trains show 'regret' for...
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all classes from October 25th to November 5th. While booking a tatkal ticket is an option, it is difficult due to high demand. To overcome this, Indian Railways has introduced the concept of 'clone' trains, which are additional trains running on popular routes. These trains have bookings open only 30 days prior to travel. For example, two clone trains operate daily from New Delhi to Darbhanga and Barauni: 02570 New Delhi-Darbhanga Special and 02564 New Delhi-Barauni Special. These trains offer a 100% chance of getting a confirmed ticket, though they are slightly more expensive than regular express trains. Indian Railways is currently operating around 40 clone trains, including 12 dedicated to Delhi-Bihar routes. If you are planning to travel during Diwali and Chhath, you can choose from these clone trains and be prepared to book your ticket on the day it opens. Ensure you are ready to make the payment promptly at 8 AM to secure your confirmed ticket.