India Enhances Bengaluru–Bidar Connectivity with Extended Special Train Services

India is enhancing travel accessibility between Bengaluru and Bidar by extending special train services, a move aimed at meeting the growing demand for rail travel between these two cities. The extension of these services, set to run until February 2026, responds to the increasing passenger numbers, particularly during weekends and holiday periods when travel demand peaks. With the additional 34 trips, Indian Railways is ensuring that more passengers have access to comfortable and efficient travel options, alleviating pressure on regular services and improving overall connectivity in the region. This initiative underscores the commitment of Indian Railways to address the dynamic needs of the traveling public while providing seamless transportation solutions. Indian Railways has decided to extend the special train services between SMVT Bengaluru and Bidar for an additional 34 trips, responding to continued passenger demand. Originally set to operate only until December 2025, these special trains will now run through to the end of February 2026. The two trains, Train No. 06539 and Train No. 06540, will continue their bi-weekly operations under the extended schedule. Train No. 06539, which departs from SMVT Bengaluru towards Bidar, will run every Friday and Sunday until February 27, 2026, adding 17 more trips. Similarly, Train No. 06540, traveling from Bidar to SMVT Bengaluru, will operate every Saturday and Monday, also adding 17 trips until February 28, 2026. This brings the total additional trips to 34.