Railway authorities started the installation of rubber pads at the Mokshdham railway crossing (Gate No. 321) between Roza and Shahjahanpur on Thursday, May 28, 2026. To carry out this work, a block was taken on the up-line, which led to delays for several trains including the Vande Bharat Express. The block remained in place from approximately 2 PM until 5 PM, causing temporary inconvenience to passengers and local commuters.
Which trains were delayed and how was traffic affected?
The technical block caused a significant ripple effect on train timings. The 13151 Sealdah Express arrived three hours late, and the Vande Bharat train heading towards Meerut was also stranded. For local road users, the crossing closure meant they had to take a longer detour via the Kachehri overbridge to reach the Cantt area.
What are the upcoming changes in train operations?
Due to ongoing technical work under the Moradabad Division between Shahjahanpur and Roza, changes in operations are scheduled from May 29 to June 4. The following trains will be affected:
| Train Number | Train Name |
|---|---|
| 15074 | Tanakpur-Singrauli Express |
| 15076 | Tanakpur-Shaktinagar Express |
| 13152 | Jammu Tawi-Kolkata Express |
| 15910 | Lalgarh-Dibrugarh Express |
New Vande Bharat stoppage for Shahjahanpur
In a positive development, the Ministry of Railways has approved a stoppage for the Lucknow to Dehradun Vande Bharat Express (22545/22546) at Shahjahanpur station. This move follows efforts by Union Minister Jitin Prasada and MP Mithilesh Katharia. Senior DCM Mahesh Yadav stated that the stoppage will be implemented once the official timetable is released by the board.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Why were trains delayed at Shahjahanpur on May 28?
Trains were delayed because of a block taken on the up-line for rubber pad road construction at the Mokshdham railway crossing (Gate No. 321) between 2 PM and 5 PM.
Which Vande Bharat train will now stop at Shahjahanpur?
The Lucknow to Dehradun Vande Bharat Express (22545/22546) has been approved for a stoppage at Shahjahanpur station.