Massive festive rush at New Delhi railway station ahead of Chhath Puja

New Delhi Railway Station sees massive footfall as passengers begin their journey home for Chhath Puja celebrations (Source: Photo by Tashi Tobgyal)

Long queues form at ticket counters and entry points as commuters rush to board trains bound for Bihar and eastern Uttar Pradesh (Source: Photo by Tashi Tobgyal)

Indian Railways announces over 12,000 special trains across the country to manage the festive travel demand during Chhath (Source: Photo by Tashi Tobgyal)

The New Delhi station administration introduces a three-tier entry system to regulate heavy passenger movement during peak hours (Source: Photo by Tashi Tobgyal)

Holding areas near Platform 16 at the Ajmeri Gate side are set up to control the crowd waiting to board long-distance special trains (Source: Photo by Tashi Tobgyal)

Special trains for Patna, Muzaffarpur, Darbhanga, and other major Bihar cities depart back-to-back, packed with homebound passengers (Source: Photo by Tashi Tobgyal)

Families carrying festive offerings and luggage wait on platforms as station announcements guide travellers to designated trains (Source: Photo by Tashi Tobgyal)

Railway Protection Force (RPF) and GRP personnel intensify patrolling to ensure passenger safety and prevent overcrowding (Source: Photo by Tashi Tobgyal)

Vendors and food stalls at the station remain busy throughout the day, catering to thousands of travellers during the Chhath rush (Source: Photo by Tashi Tobgyal)

Thick crowds at New Delhi Railway Station slow movement on platforms and stairways, testing the patience of homebound passengers during the Chhath Puja rush (Source: Photo by Tashi Tobgyal)

Passengers carefully board long-distance special trains as railway staff coordinate boarding to avoid delays and ensure smooth departures (Source: Photo by Tashi Tobgyal)

The anticipation of the journey is visible on the faces of young travellers waiting with their families, capturing the emotional and festive spirit of Chhath Puja travel (Source: Photo by Tashi Tobgyal)

Passengers navigate through the crowded platforms, carrying luggage and belongings, highlighting the scale and challenges of travel at the bustling railway station (Source: Photo by Tashi Tobgyal)