Indian Railways has announced a mega block on the Delhi-Saharanpur line between Modinagar and Mohiuddinpur in Muzaffarnagar. The block is scheduled for 15 hours and 25 minutes to facilitate essential maintenance work on a railway bridge. This will lead to the cancellation and diversion of several passenger and freight trains.
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What is the schedule and reason for the mega block?
The work will start from 11:10 AM on June 19, 2026, and will continue until 2:35 AM on June 20, 2026. According to Station Superintendent Pawan Kumar, the primary task is the replacement of a steel girder on railway bridge number 61. For safety reasons, a temporary speed limit of 20 km/h will be enforced in this section during the process.
Which trains are affected by the cancellation and diversion?
The block will impact a total of 15 trains, including freight services. Six passenger trains are cancelled, while eight others will be diverted from their usual routes. One train will face delays, and six freight trains will also be affected. The details are as follows:
| Impact Type | Train Details |
|---|---|
| Cancelled | Shatabdi Express, Jalandhar City-Old Delhi Express, Mimu Express (Up & Down) and others |
| Diverted | 8 Trains |
| Delayed | 1 Train |
| Freight | 6 Trains affected |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the timing of the mega block on the Delhi-Saharanpur line?
The block will start at 11:10 AM on June 19, 2026, and end at 2:35 AM on June 20, 2026.
Why is the railway block being implemented?
The block is necessary to replace a steel girder on railway bridge number 61 located between Modinagar and Mohiuddinpur.