New Delhi, March 2 -- Indian Railways successfully managed the festive travel rush for Holi, sending millions of people home with special arrangements.

The Northern Railways zone facilitated 14 lakh (1.4 million) passengers in five days, including 3.36 lakh departures from Delhi on March 1st alone.

The Western Railway also played a significant role, catering to over 23 lakh (2.3 million) passengers during the same period, with 20,000 departing from Udhna on March 1st.

To enhance the travel experience, the railways implemented several measures, including special trains, to ensure comfortable, safe, and timely travel. On-ground support included the use of Automatic Ticket Vending Machines (ATVMs), dedicated holding areas, and the distrib...