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Jammu, 24 July 2026: To ensure passenger convenience and to reduce extra rush, Northern Railway, Jammu Division has decided to operate a special reserved train No. 04678/04677 between Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra – New Delhi. This special train will run for one trip from Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra to New Delhi and in return from New Delhi to Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra.
Train No. 04678 (Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra – New Delhi) will run on *25th July. The train will depart from *Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra at 09:40 hrs* and will reach *New Delhi at 21:40 hrs.
In the return direction, Train No. 04677 (New Delhi – Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra) will also run on 25th July. This train will depart from New Delhi at 23:45 hrs and will reach *Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra at 12:00 hrs the next day.
The train will halt at major stations including Shahid Captain Tushar Mahajan, Jammu Tawi, Shahid Captain Sunil Kumar Chaudhary Kathua, Pathankot Cantt, Jalandhar Cantt, Ludhiana Jn., Ambala Cantt, and Panipat.
The operation of this special train will provide relief to pilgrims and general passengers from the inconvenience caused due to overcrowding. It will also provide direct and quick connectivity between Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra and New Delhi. Additionally, passengers from intermediate stations like Jammu, Pathankot, Ludhiana, and Ambala will also benefit from improved travel facilities.
Speaking on this, Senior Divisional Commercial Manager, Jammu, Shri Uchit Singhal said:
“Passenger convenience and comfort is our topmost priority. Considering the festive season and additional rush, we have decided to run this special train so that passengers do not face any difficulty in booking and are able to reach their destination on time. We request passengers to avail this special train and check ticket availability before undertaking their journey.”
Passengers can book tickets for this special train through the IRCTC website and railway reservation counters.
Serving passengers remains the continuous commitment of Jammu Division.
