Amid the festive season, the railway networks across the country, are already grappling with a significant surge in passenger traffic. In response, Western Railways has introduced new weekly train services between Mumbai's Bandra and Veraval in Gujarat, to address the increased demand during Diwali.

Commencing on October 28, the special train, numbered 19203, Bandra Terminus - Veraval Express, will initiate its journey from Bandra every Saturday at 7:25 pm, ultimately arriving at Veraval station by 1:10 pm the following day. On its return journey, train no. 19204, the Veraval - Bandra Terminus Express, will depart every Friday at 5:15 pm, reaching Bandra Terminus by 3:50 pm the next day.

Furthermore, Western Railways has added additional, festive special trains including, Mumbai Central - Ahmedabad Superfast Special, Bandra Terminus - Bikaner Weekly Special, Bandra Terminus - Ajmer Superfast Weekly Special and Bandra Terminus - Jaipur Weekly Special.