Congress leaders protest at Rail Nilayam in Hyderabad over denied special Delhi train

A group of senior Congress leaders assembled at Rail Nilayam, the headquarters of Indian Railways in Hyderabad, on Monday to voice their displeasure over the railway’s decision not to provide a special train to Delhi. The leaders, representing the state unit, argued that the denial hampers the party’s scheduled travel plans for an upcoming event in the capital.

The protest involved a peaceful sit‑in at the Rail Nilayam premises, with participants holding placards and chanting slogans demanding a prompt resolution. Railway officials present declined to comment on the specific request but reiterated standard protocols for allocating special trains.

The Congress delegation warned that continued refusal could lead to further demonstrations, emphasizing the importance of facilitating political travel across states. The standoff concluded without any immediate concession, and the party announced it would pursue the matter through official channels.

The incident underscores ongoing tensions between political parties and government agencies over logistical support for nationwide activities.