AC coach being attached to four trains in view of heavy pilgrim rush

Considering the heavy rush of pilgrims and general passengers and long waiting lists in reservations during the summer season, Jammu Division has taken a major decision to provide relief to passengers. Under this decision, one additional Third AC coach is being temporarily attached in Train No. 16317/16318 and 16787/16788.

*1. Train No. 16317/18 Kanyakumari – Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra – Kanyakumari Himsagar Express*  

In this train, the existing 20 coaches have been increased to 21 coaches. The number of Third AC coaches has been increased from 4 to 5. Under this, an additional Third AC coach has been added.  

*Affected Period:*  

From Kanyakumari: 12 June 2026 to 26 June 2026.  

From Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra: 15 June 2026 to 29 June 2026.

*2. Train No. 16787/88 Tirunelveli – Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra – Tirunelveli Express*  

In this train also, the existing 20 coaches have been increased to 21 coaches. The number of Third AC coaches is being increased from 3 to 4. Under this, an additional Third AC coach will be added.  

*Affected Period:*  

From Tirunelveli: 15 June 2026 to 29 June 2026.  

From Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra: 18 June 2026 to 02 July 2026.

*Senior Divisional Commercial Manager, Jammu Shri Uchit Singhal said regarding the additional coaches in trains,* “Due to Vaishno Devi pilgrimage and general traffic during the summer season, heavy rush is being observed in trains. Keeping this inconvenience of passengers in mind, Jammu Division has taken a prompt decision to provide for one additional Third AC coach each in Himsagar Express 16317/18 running on Kanyakumari-Katra route and Tirunelveli Express 16787/88 running on Tirunelveli-Katra route.

This will not only reduce the waiting list, but will also increase the chances of passengers getting confirmed berths. Passenger safety, convenience and punctual operation have always been the priority of Railways. Our effort is that pilgrims get a comfortable journey.”