Not Vande Bharat, Shatabdi Express, Tejas Express, Rajdhani Express, this is India’s top earning train
The Prayagraj Express (12417/12418), operating between Prayagraj and New Delhi, has set a new benchmark for revenue generation during the festive season, surpassing even the premium Vande Bharat Express.
It has surpassed the Vande Bharat Express, Shatabdi Express, Tejas Express, Rajdhani Express in terms of earning for the month of November.
Prayagraj Express Revenue In November
In November 2024, Prayagraj Express earned an impressive ₹6.6 crore. The train carried 43,388 passengers from Prayagraj to New Delhi and 47,040 passengers on its return journey, making it the top choice for both regular and VIP travelers during the festive period.
The train operates seven days a week, departing from New Delhi at 10:10 AM and arriving at Prayagraj Junction at 7:00 AM the next day.
Other High-Performing Trains
Several other trains also recorded significant revenues:
- Prayagraj Humsafar Express (12275/12276):
- Revenue: ₹5.2 crore
- Passengers: 55,481
- Anand Vihar Terminal Humsafar Express (22437/22438):
- Revenue: ₹3.7 crore
- Passengers: 41,797
- Vande Bharat Express (22435/22436):
- Revenue: ₹2.2 crore
- Passengers: 16,899 (8,098 from New Delhi and 8,801 on the return trip)
- Varanasi-New Delhi Vande Bharat Express:
- Revenue: ₹2.4 crore
- Passengers: 16,823 (7,902 from Varanasi and 8,921 on the return trip)
The festive season saw an unprecedented surge in train travel demand, especially in general compartments, which were packed to capacity.
RPF’s Enhanced Efforts
The Railway Protection Force (RPF) faced challenges managing the large crowds on platforms and within trains. To ensure smooth operations and passenger safety, special arrangements were made for crowd control and effective management.