Archive · 23 Jul 2026
South Central Railway Extends Hyderabad–West Bengal Special Train
The South Central Railway has decided to extend a special train service between Charlapalli in Telangana and Shalimar in West Bengal until September 2026.
This train will run every Saturday from Charlapalli to Shalimar and every Friday in the opposite direction.
It will stop at many stations in Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, and West Bengal, offering a variety of coach types to suit different passenger needs.
This extension aims to provide more travel options and seats for passengers on this route.
South Central Railway extends Charlapalli–Shalimar Weekly Special Train service until September 2026.
Train operates every Saturday from Charlapalli to Shalimar and every Friday in the opposite direction.
Stops at multiple stations in Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, and West Bengal.
Offers a mix of AC and non-AC coaches, including 2AC, 3AC, Sleeper Class, and General Second Class.
Extension provides additional travel options and more seats for passengers on this route.
- Who
- South Central Railway
- What
- Extended Charlapalli–Shalimar Weekly Special Train service
- When
- August 7, 2026 to September 26, 2026
- Where
- Between Charlapalli (Telangana) and Shalimar (West Bengal)
- Why
- To meet growing passenger demand and provide additional travel options
Passenger Convenience
Operational Logistics
Service Extension
Passenger Convenience
The extension provides additional travel options and more seats for passengers, meeting growing demand.
Operational Logistics
Operating additional trips requires careful planning and resource allocation to ensure smooth service.
- Train Numbers
- 08046 (Charlapalli–Shalimar), 08045 (Shalimar–Charlapalli)
- Operating Days
- Saturday (08046), Friday (08045)
- Duration
- August 7, 2026 to September 26, 2026
- Total Services
- 16 (8 in each direction)
- Coach Types
- 2AC, 3AC, Sleeper Class, General Second Class