The South Eastern Railway has announced a mega block in the Chakradharpur Rail Division for essential track repair and infrastructure development. This work will take place between the Kansbahal-Dharuadihi section from July 3, 2026, to November 17, 2026. Due to these repairs, several express trains will be cancelled or diverted to ensure passenger safety.
Which trains are cancelled and diverted
Railway officials stated that 9 pairs of passenger and express trains will be cancelled every Tuesday and Friday during this period. While some trains will be short-terminated, others will follow diverted routes. The list of affected trains includes:
| Train Name | Status |
|---|---|
| Bilaspur-Tatanagar Express | Cancelled |
| Hyderabad-Raxaul Express | Cancelled |
| Rourkela-Puri Express | Cancelled |
| Hatia-Jharsuguda Express | Cancelled |
| Tatanagar-Hatia Express | Cancelled |
| Tatanagar-Itwari Express | Cancelled |
| Howrah-Titlagarh Ispat Express | Cancelled |
| Rourkela-Jagdalpur Express | Cancelled |
| Tata-Bilaspur Express | Cancelled |
| Howrah-Pune Express | Cancelled |
How to check your train status
Passengers are advised to verify their train timings and status before leaving for the station to avoid any inconvenience. The railway administration has provided official channels for real-time updates.
- Use the official NTES App for live tracking.
- Visit the official Indian Railways website.
- Call the railway helpline number 139.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
When will the track maintenance work happen in Chakradharpur Division?
The maintenance and infrastructure work is scheduled from July 3, 2026, to November 17, 2026, specifically in the Kansbahal-Dharuadihi section.
On which days will the trains be cancelled?
According to the official announcement, 9 pairs of trains will be cancelled every Tuesday and Friday during the mega block period.