Indian Railways has increased capacity across its network by adding 116 extra coaches to 37 trains, stepping in to manage the sudden surge in travel demand caused by widespread IndiGo flight cancellations. The move aims to ensure smoother travel and better seat availability for passengers facing long waits and heavy crowds at several airports.

These additional coaches have been deployed across 114 augmented trips nationwide. Southern Railway carried out the largest expansion, strengthening 18 trains with extra Sleeper and Chair Car coaches on routes that have seen a sharp jump in demand.

Northern Railway added 3AC and Chair Car coaches to eight trains, improving availability along the busy northern corridors. Western Railway expanded four high-demand trains with 3AC and 2AC coaches, supporting heavy passenger movement between western regions and the national capital.

East Central Railway increased capacity on the Rajendra Nagar–New Delhi service (12309) by adding 2AC coaches over multiple trips, offering relief to travellers on the busy Bihar–Delhi route. East Coast Railway also added 2AC coaches on Bhubaneswar–New Delhi trains (20817/20811/20823), improving links between Odisha and Delhi.

Eastern Railway strengthened three key services by attaching Sleeper Class coaches over several trips to meet rising inter-state travel needs in the eastern region. Northeast Frontier Railway expanded two important trains with Sleeper and 3AC coaches over multiple trips, ensuring consistent connectivity for passengers in the Northeast.

With airports seeing long queues and delayed flights, Indian Railways has stepped in to ease passenger movement. The additional coaches are expected to improve the overall travel experience and help travellers reach their destinations on time during this high-demand period.