East Coast Railway (ECoR) has announced changes in the operation of several trains due to platform upgradation work at Puri Railway Station. From June 3 to June 20, 2026, certain trains will not reach Puri and will instead start or end their journey at Malatipatpur station. This station is located about 7 km away from Puri.
Which trains are affected and on which dates
The railway authorities have released a list of trains that will be diverted to Malatipatpur. This includes express trains coming from LTT, Gandhidham, Indore, and Shri Ganganagar. Passengers are advised to check their specific travel dates as the changes apply only to certain days in June.
| Train Name & Number | Change Type | Dates (June 2026) |
|---|---|---|
| LTT-Puri Express (12145/12146) | Terminate/Originate at Malatipatpur | 7, 14 (Term.); 9, 16 (Orig.) |
| Gandhidham-Puri Express (12993/12994) | Terminate/Originate at Malatipatpur | 5, 12 (Term.); 8, 15 (Orig.) |
| Gandhidham-Puri Express (22973/22974) | Terminate/Originate at Malatipatpur | 3, 10, 17 (Term.); 6, 13, 20 (Orig.) |
| Indore-Puri Humsafar (20917/20918) | Terminate/Originate at Malatipatpur | 9, 16 (Term.); 4, 11, 18 (Orig.) |
| Shri Ganganagar-Puri (20471/20472) | Terminate/Originate at Malatipatpur | 7, 14 (Term.); 10, 17 (Orig.) |
Why is this change happening and what should passengers do
The changes are part of an ongoing infrastructure project to build ballastless tracks and develop platforms 7 and 8 at Puri station. Railway officials stated that this temporary shift to Malatipatpur is necessary for passenger safety and to complete the work faster.
Passengers should not rely on old schedules. It is recommended to verify the current status of their train through the National Train Enquiry System (NTES) or by calling 139 before leaving for the station to avoid any inconvenience.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Why are trains being diverted from Puri to Malatipatpur?
Trains are diverted because of platform upgradation work at Puri station, which includes building ballastless tracks and developing platforms 7 and 8.
How can passengers check if their train is affected?
Passengers can check the official train status using the NTES app or by calling the railway inquiry number 139.