Long waiting times on trains before Dussehra and Diwali: It's difficult to travel to and from Jharkhand. Waiting times are up to 200 people in some trains; ticket booking is closed in many.

For travelers from Jharkhand who are preparing to visit and return home during Dussehra, Diwali, and Chhath Puja, getting confirmed tickets is becoming a major challenge this time. With less than two months left for the festivals, long waiting times have already begun on trains running from Ranchi to Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Anand Vihar, and other major cities. Many trains are experiencing a shortage of seats in Sleeper, Third AC, and Third AC Economy classes. This means that these categories...