North Eastern Railway and the Samastipur division of East Central Railway have changed the routes and timings of 12 trains. These changes will be effective on July 2 and July 3, 2026. The decision was taken due to doubling and non-interlocking work on the Bettiah-Majhaulia rail section in Bihar.
Which trains are affected and how
Several express trains will now run on diverted routes to avoid the construction zone. For example, the Gorakhpur-Kolkata Express and Anand Vihar-Muzaffarpur Express will travel via Narkatiaganj, Sikta, Raxaul, Sitamarhi, and Muzaffarpur on July 2. The Bapudham Motihari-Anand Vihar Terminal Express will start its journey from Narkatiaganj instead of Bapudham Motihari on that day.
Train changes for July 3
| Train Name | Change/Route |
|---|---|
| Gorakhpur-Patliputra Vande Bharat | Via Narkatiaganj-Sikta-Raxaul-Sugauli |
| Bapudham Motihari-Anand Vihar Amrit Bharat | Via Sugauli-Raxaul-Sikta-Narkatiaganj |
| Muzaffarpur-Anand Vihar Terminal | Departure delayed by 2 hours |
Why these changes were made
Sumit Kumar, Chief Public Relations Officer of Samastipur Division, stated that these temporary changes are necessary for infrastructure upgrades. The doubling work between Bettiah and Majhaulia stations will help increase the capacity and efficiency of the rail line once the project is finished.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Why are the train routes being changed on July 2 and 3?
The routes are changed due to doubling and non-interlocking work between Bettiah and Majhaulia stations in the Samastipur division.
Will the Vande Bharat Express be affected?
Yes, the Gorakhpur-Patliputra Vande Bharat Express will run via Narkatiaganj-Sikta-Raxaul-Sugauli on July 3.