246 Special Ganpati Train Services Announced for Konkan Travellers

Ganpati Bappa Morya!

As Ganesh Chaturthi approaches, a familiar excitement begins among Konkani families living in Mumbai, Thane, Navi Mumbai, Kalyan-Dombivli, Pune and other cities. The thought of returning to the village for Ganpati becomes one of the most anticipated moments of the year.

For many families, Ganesh Chaturthi is much more than a festival. It is a time to return to the ancestral home, meet family members, decorate the house, welcome Ganpati Bappa and spend a few precious days in the village.

This year, Central Railway has announced a major arrangement for the expected rush of passengers travelling towards Konkan during the 2026 Ganpati festival. A total of 246 Ganpati Special train services have been announced, including reserved and unreserved special services from CSMT, Lokmanya Tilak Terminus, Pune and Diva.

🌴 How Many Ganpati Special Services Are Running in 2026?

According to Central Railway's official announcement, a total of 246 special train services have been planned for the 2026 Ganpati festival.

The announcement includes 184 mixed special services and 62 unreserved special services. These additional services are intended to help accommodate the increased passenger demand during the Ganpati season and provide more travel options towards Konkan.

The special services include trains from CSMT and LTT towards destinations such as Sawantwadi Road and Ratnagiri, special services from Pune towards Ratnagiri, and unreserved MEMU services from Diva towards Khed and Chiplun.

🚆 2026 Ganpati Special Trains – Major Services

*Some services have date exceptions. Passengers should verify the latest official railway timetable and availability before travelling.

🚉 CSMT to Sawantwadi Road – A Major Konkan Special

For passengers travelling towards South Konkan, the CSMT–Sawantwadi Road route is one of the important special services announced for the festival.

Train No. 01103/01104 is among the Ganpati Special services announced by Central Railway for 2026.

According to the official schedule, Train No. 01103 will depart from CSMT at 3:30 PM daily from September 11 to September 26, 2026, reaching Sawantwadi Road at 4:00 AM the following day. The return service, Train No. 01104, will operate from Sawantwadi Road during the corresponding return period.

🌊 Another Daily CSMT–Sawantwadi Road Special

Another important service on the CSMT–Sawantwadi Road route is Train No. 01151/01152.

Train No. 01151 will operate daily from September 11 to September 27, 2026. It will depart CSMT at 12:25 AM and reach Sawantwadi Road at 2:20 PM. The return Train No. 01152 will depart Sawantwadi Road at 3:35 PM.

This provides another option for passengers looking to travel from Mumbai towards the southern Konkan region during the festival period.

❤️ CSMT to Ratnagiri – A Special Train for Ratnagiri Travellers

For passengers travelling towards Ratnagiri and nearby areas, Central Railway has announced Train No. 01153/01154, the CSMT–Ratnagiri special.

Train No. 01153 will depart CSMT at 11:30 AM daily from September 11 to September 26, 2026, reaching Ratnagiri at 8:25 PM. The return Train No. 01154 will operate from Ratnagiri during the return period announced by Central Railway.

For families travelling towards Ratnagiri district for Ganpati, this additional service can provide another travel option during the busy festival season.

🚆 LTT to Sawantwadi Road – Another Important Option

Lokmanya Tilak Terminus is another major starting point for passengers travelling from Mumbai towards Konkan.

The Train No. 01171/01172 LTT–Sawantwadi Road special is one of the important services announced for Ganpati 2026.

Train No. 01171 will operate daily from September 11 to September 27, 2026, departing LTT at 8:20 AM and reaching Sawantwadi Road at 9:00 PM. The return Train No. 01172 will depart Sawantwadi Road at 10:35 PM.

For passengers travelling towards the southern parts of Konkan, this special service adds another option during the festival rush.

🌴 LTT to Ratnagiri – A Ganpati Special Service

Another important service for Ratnagiri-bound passengers is the Train No. 01167/01168 LTT–Ratnagiri special.

This service will operate during the announced Ganpati period on specified days. Train No. 01167 will depart LTT at 9:00 PM and reach Ratnagiri at 5:00 AM the following day. The return service will depart Ratnagiri at 3:15 PM.

For passengers travelling to Ratnagiri district and nearby villages, this can provide an additional option during the festival season.

🚉 Diva to Khed – Unreserved MEMU Special

Not every passenger manages to secure a reserved ticket during the busy Ganpati season. To provide an additional option, Central Railway has also announced the Diva–Khed MEMU special.

Train No. 01155/01156 is an unreserved MEMU special included in the 2026 Ganpati services. The service will operate during the announced festival period, with certain date exceptions mentioned in the official railway announcement. For passengers travelling from Diva, Thane and nearby areas towards Konkan, this service can be particularly useful as an additional unreserved travel option.

🚆 Diva to Chiplun – Another Unreserved Option

Passengers travelling towards central Konkan can also look at the Diva–Chiplun MEMU special.

Train No. 01133/01134 is included in the 2026 Ganpati Special services announced by Central Railway. The service connects Diva and Chiplun and provides another unreserved travel option during the festival period. The Diva–Khed and Diva–Chiplun MEMU services together account for 62 unreserved special services announced by Central Railway for the 2026 Ganpati period.

🏡 Going Home for Ganpati Is More Than a Journey

For a Konkani family living in Mumbai, travelling to the village for Ganpati is not simply a journey from one city to another.

It is a journey back to family, memories and roots.

Days before the journey, preparations begin. New clothes are purchased. Things needed at home are packed. Children are excited about visiting the village. Parents start planning what needs to be taken along.

Then comes the day of travel.

The bags are packed.

The station is crowded.

The train arrives.

And once the journey begins, the excitement becomes real.

But in many ways, the heart has already reached the village.

❤️ The Special Bond Between Chakaramanis and Ganpati

For many Konkani families living in Mumbai, Ganpati is not simply a religious festival. It is a time to reconnect with the village and with family members.

After spending most of the year in Mumbai's fast-paced environment, returning home for Ganpati can feel like a completely different experience.

The moment the familiar village appears, the city seems far away.

The ancestral home comes into view.

The courtyard feels familiar.

Family members are waiting.

And finally, there is the home Ganpati.

Ganpati Bappa does not simply return home during the festival; he brings people back to their roots.

🌧️ Watching Konkan From the Train Window

The railway journey towards Konkan during the Ganpati season has its own charm.

As the train moves away from Mumbai, the urban landscape slowly changes. Buildings and busy roads gradually give way to greener surroundings and the familiar landscapes of Konkan.

For many passengers, the view outside the train window brings back childhood memories.

Some take photographs.

Some call family members.

Some simply sit quietly and watch the landscape.

And somewhere in the mind, one thought keeps getting stronger—

“Home is getting closer.”

🎒 The Ganpati Atmosphere Inside the Special Train

Travelling on a Ganpati Special train is an experience in itself.

People heading towards different villages travel together in the same train. Someone may be travelling to Ratnagiri, another passenger to Chiplun, someone else to Khed, while others may be heading towards Kankavali, Kudal or Sawantwadi.

The destinations may be different.

But the reason for the journey is often the same.

Everyone is going home for Ganpati.

Conversations about village preparations begin. People discuss decorations, family plans and how the festival will be celebrated.

Sometimes two strangers start talking and discover that they are from the same village.

Suddenly, the long journey feels a little more familiar.

📅 Check the Schedule Before You Travel

Passengers planning to use a Ganpati Special train should verify the train number, operating date, departure time, arrival time and booking status before travelling.

Special train schedules and operational details can change, so passengers should not rely solely on social media posts or forwarded messages.

Central Railway's official announcement provides the announced details for the 2026 Ganpati Special services. Passengers should check the latest official railway information before finalising their travel plans.

💭 Which Is Your Village?

Now we want to hear from you!

Where are you travelling for Ganpati this year? 🌴❤️

Ratnagiri? Chiplun? Khed? Sangameshwar? Rajapur? Kankavali? Kudal? Sawantwadi?

Or perhaps you are travelling to a small village in Konkan that may not be famous on a large map, but holds the biggest place in your heart.

Tell us the name of your village in the comments.

And if you already know which special train you are planning to take, tell us that too. You might discover another traveller from your own village in the comments!

🙏 Ganpati Bappa and the Pull of Konkan

These special trains are more than additional railway services during the Ganpati season.

Thousands of emotions travel with them.

Someone is going home to meet their mother.

Someone is travelling to see their father.

Someone is returning to their grandparents.

Someone is going back to the house where they spent their childhood.

And behind every journey is one simple feeling—

“Ganpati Bappa is coming home.”

Mumbai may be growing faster every year. Work may become busier. Life may become more demanding.

But during Ganpati, the pull of Konkan remains strong.

The train keeps moving.

Stations keep passing.

But the heart keeps travelling towards home.

Because Ganpati in Konkan is not just a festival… it is a celebration of returning to our roots. 🌴🚆🙏❤️

🌴 What Will Your Ganpati Journey Look Like?

If you are travelling to Konkan for Ganpati this year, tell us when you are travelling, which village you are visiting and which train you are planning to take.

Write the name of your village in the comments and share this article with a friend or family member who travels from Mumbai to Konkan every year for Ganpati.

Ganpati Bappa Morya! 🙏
May every Chakaraman travelling towards Konkan have a safe and memorable journey! 🌴🚆❤️