Railways operating 1,700 spl trains to handle festive rush

New Delhi, Nov 11: To cater to the huge rush of passengers during Diwali and Chhath Puja, the Indian Railways is operating 1,700 special trains, a source has said.

The special trains would make space for at least 26 lakh berths for the convenience of passengers, the Railway Ministry source said.

A massive rush is witnessed during Diwali and Chhath Puja in north India.