Indian Railways has announced a 30-day mega block at Bareilly Junction for the maintenance and modernization of washing lines 36 and 37. This work will take place from July 5 to August 3, 2026. As a result, several trains will be cancelled or diverted to ensure the work is completed on time.
Which trains are cancelled and when
The Bareilly-Delhi-Bareilly Passenger (54075-54076) will remain cancelled for the entire period from July 5 to August 3, 2026. Other long-distance trains are cancelled on specific dates as shown below:
| Train Name & Number | Cancellation Dates |
|---|---|
| Bareilly-Lokmanya Tilak Express (14314) | July 11, 18, 25 and August 1, 2026 |
| Lokmanya Tilak-Bareilly Express (14313) | July 13, 20, 27 and August 3, 2026 |
| Bareilly-Indore Express (14320) | July 8, 15, 22 and 29, 2026 |
| Indore-Bareilly Express (14319) | July 9, 16, 23 and 30, 2026 |
| Moradabad-Bareilly (64178) & Bareilly-Moradabad (64177) | July 11, 2026 |
What is the reason for this mega block
Station Superintendent Bhanu Pratap confirmed that the Railway Board approved the modernization of the old washing lines. This project aims to develop new pit lines to increase the speed and operational capacity of trains on the Moradabad-Lucknow section. Senior Divisional Commercial Manager Mahesh Yadav also mentioned that some trains will be diverted due to tamping work on the Moradabad-Bareilly section.
Impact on passengers and ticket bookings
Chief Commercial Inspector Imran stated that advance ticket bookings for the Bareilly-Lokmanya Tilak and Bareilly-Indore Express have been stopped. While some trains are cancelled, others like the Indore-Bareilly Express have been diverted via Bina, Guna, and Gwalior. The Aligarh-Bareilly Passenger (54351) will run on July 11 but will be delayed by 90 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How long will the Bareilly-Delhi Passenger train remain cancelled?
The Bareilly-Delhi-Bareilly Passenger (54075-54076) will remain cancelled for 30 days, from July 5 to August 3, 2026.
Why is the washing line being repaired at Bareilly Junction?
The modernization of washing lines 36 and 37 is being done to develop new pit lines and increase the operational capacity of the Moradabad-Lucknow section.