A severe storm and heavy rain hit Orai on Thursday night, causing major disruptions to railway operations. Around 11 PM, an iron structure from a canteen on platform number three collapsed onto the main line heading from Kanpur to Jhansi. This incident damaged the overhead electric (OHE) lines and blocked the tracks, leaving passengers stranded for hours.
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Which trains were most affected by the Orai storm?
The blockage lasted for approximately 10 hours, affecting more than two dozen trains. Passengers faced significant hardships, including a lack of food and water at small stations. The details of the major affected trains are as follows:
| Train Number/Name | Station where stopped | Details |
|---|---|---|
| 01079 (Mumbai-Gorakhpur) | Erach Road | Stopped from 11:28 PM |
| 19305 (Ambedkar Nagar-Kamakhya) | Moth | Stopped from 12:07 AM |
| Pushpak Express | Pukhrayan-Sarsoki | Stopped between stations |
| 22589 (Amrit Bharat Express) | Aata | Stopped at station |
| 20103 (Mumbai-Gorakhpur) | Nandkhas | Operation affected |
How did the railway administration handle the restoration?
The TRD department and technical teams reached the spot immediately to remove the debris and repair the damaged OHE lines. Station Superintendent Rajiv Kaushik and PRO Manoj Kumar Singh confirmed that the restoration work was carried out on a priority basis. The tracks were finally cleared and operations returned to normal by 8 AM Friday morning. The TT department also arranged basic catering for passengers stuck at smaller stations.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Why was the Jhansi-Kanpur rail route blocked?
A heavy storm caused a canteen’s iron structure at Orai station platform 3 to fall on the tracks, damaging the OHE lines.
How long did it take to restore the railway services?
The restoration work took about 10 hours, and the tracks were fully operational by 8 AM the following morning.