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Around 6,000 Passengers Board Trains from Vadnagar for Swadeshi Mela
✍️ The Hawk
🗓 14 Nov 2026, 12:16 AM
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During the Swadeshi Mela in Vadnagar, Gujarat, roughly 6,000 people travelled by train, reflecting strong local participation in the cultural fair.
Vadnagar, a historic town in Gujarat, saw a surge of railway passengers as the Swadeshi Mela attracted crowds from surrounding areas. Railway officials reported that close to 6,000 individuals used train services to reach the fairgrounds over the event's opening days.
The influx was managed through regular passenger trains that were scheduled to accommodate the heightened demand. Station staff coordinated crowd control and ticketing to ensure smooth boarding and alighting at the Vadnagar railway station.
Local authorities praised the efficient rail response, noting that the high turnout underscores the mela's popularity and the importance of rail connectivity for regional cultural events.
Organisers of the Swadeshi Mela highlighted the fair's focus on indigenous products and traditional crafts, which drew visitors seeking authentic experiences. The robust train usage is expected to set a benchmark for future events in the district.
Railway officials indicated that they will continue to monitor passenger volumes and adjust services as needed for the remainder of the mela, which runs for several more days.
The influx was managed through regular passenger trains that were scheduled to accommodate the heightened demand. Station staff coordinated crowd control and ticketing to ensure smooth boarding and alighting at the Vadnagar railway station.
Local authorities praised the efficient rail response, noting that the high turnout underscores the mela's popularity and the importance of rail connectivity for regional cultural events.
Organisers of the Swadeshi Mela highlighted the fair's focus on indigenous products and traditional crafts, which drew visitors seeking authentic experiences. The robust train usage is expected to set a benchmark for future events in the district.
Railway officials indicated that they will continue to monitor passenger volumes and adjust services as needed for the remainder of the mela, which runs for several more days.