Heavy storms and rainfall caused significant damage to several railway sections on June 13, 2026. This led to the cancellation of 16 trains and the rescheduling of 8 others. The disruptions primarily affected the Ambala and Moradabad divisions, causing huge inconvenience to thousands of passengers.
Which railway sections were affected by the weather
The damage was reported in the Ambala Division, specifically on the Sarhind-Nangaldam and Chandigarh-Sanehwal sections. In the Moradabad Division, the Najibabad-Dehradun and Babrala-Rajghat Narora sections were hit hard. The Indian Railways estimated a financial loss of over 10 crore rupees due to these weather-related damages.
What was the impact on train services
Apart from the cancellations and rescheduling, 20 trains were partially cancelled and 5 routes were diverted to keep traffic moving. Passengers on the Bareilly-Aligarh route faced severe delays, with one passenger train halted for two hours at Bisharatganj. Reports indicate that officials at the Moradabad control office prioritized mail trains over passenger trains on branch lines during this crisis.
| Service Status | Number of Trains |
|---|---|
| Cancelled | 16 |
| Rescheduled | 8 |
| Partially Cancelled | 20 |
| Routes Diverted | 5 |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Which divisions were most affected by the storms?
The Ambala Division (Sarhind-Nangaldam, Chandigarh-Sanehwal) and Moradabad Division (Najibabad-Dehradun, Babrala-Rajghat Narora) were the primary affected areas.
What was the financial loss incurred by Indian Railways?
The railway incurred a loss of over 10 crore rupees due to the damage caused by storms and rain to the railway sections.