Railway reservation counters across several Delhi-NCR locations to remain closed on Diwali 2026. (Image: Northern Railway)

Indian Railways ticket booking, Diwali 2026: The Passenger Reservation System (PRS) at several locations across Delhi-NCR will remain partially or fully closed on November 8 in view of the Diwali celebrations. Indian Railways (IR) has implemented various measures, such as holding areas, separate entry and exit gates, and more ATVM machines, to ensure a smooth travel experience for both reserved and unreserved passengers during the festive rush.

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However, as the functioning of PRS counters will vary across locations – with some operating partially and others remaining closed – it is advised that passengers check the specific timings of reservation counters before planning their visit or booking their ticket.

In a statement, Himanshu Shekhar Upadhyay, Chief Public Relations Officer (CPRO) of Northern Railway, said that on the occasion of the ‘Deepawali’…