Inaugural journey of Tanakpur - Nanded exp..Direct Connectivity of Maa Purnagiri Dham & Hajur Sahib

The *Tanakpur–Hazur Sahib Nanded Weekly Express (Train 17631 / 17632)* is a newly introduced, direct long-distance service connecting the gateway of Maa Purnagiri Dham in Uttarakhand with Takht Sri Hazur Sahib in Nanded, Maharashtra. The train was officially flagged off on **July 6, 2026**, bridging a major demand for pilgrims, tourists, and the general public across Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, and Maharashtra. 📅 Train Schedule & Timings The regular, weekly commercial services operate on the following schedule: *Train No. 17631 (Nanded to Tanakpur):* *Runs on:* Every *Sunday* (Starting July 12, 2026) *Departure:* Nanded (NED) at *11:40 PM* *Arrival:* Tanakpur (TPU) at *05:55 AM* (on Tuesday / third day) *Train No. 17632 (Tanakpur to Nanded):* *Runs on:* Every *Tuesday* (Starting July 14, 2026) *Departure:* Tanakpur (TPU) at *09:00 AM* *Arrival:* Nanded (NED) at *04:30 PM* (on Wednesday / next day) 🗺️ Major Route & Key Halts The train covers a distance of approximately 1,577 km and passes through major tourist, religious, and economic hubs. Key stopping stations include: *Uttarakhand:* Tanakpur, Khatima *Uttar Pradesh:* Pilibhit, Izatnagar, Bareilly Jn, Budaun, Kasganj, Mathura Jn, Agra Cantt *Rajasthan:* Dholpur *Madhya Pradesh:* Gwalior, VGL Jhansi, Lalitpur, Bina, Rani Kamalapati (Bhopal), Itarsey, Khandwa *Maharashtra:* Malkapur, Akola, Washim, Hingoli Deccan, Basmat, Purna, Hazur Sahib Nanded 💺 Coach Composition The train runs with modern ICF/LHB rake configurations providing a standard mix of comfortable options: *AC Coaches:* 2 Second AC (2A), 4 Third AC (3A) *Sleeper Class:* 8 Sleeper (SL) coaches *General/Unreserved:* 4 General Second Class (GS) *Utilities:* 1 Luggage Brake Van & 1 Generator Car (Total 19 coaches) *Note:* Stoppages at smaller intermediate stations like Banbasa and Khatima are currently being reviewed by the Ministry of Railways to accommodate more regional passengers. #tanakpur #tanakpurnandedexpress #newtrain #railinfra #trainjourneys #nanded