Heavy rainfall and landslides have severely disrupted rail operations across several zones. Waterlogging in the Mumbai Central division of Western Railway and landslides in the Karjat-Lonavala ghat section of Central Railway have forced authorities to change train routes and cancel services to ensure passenger safety.
Which North Western Railway trains are diverted?
Chief Public Relations Officer Amit Sudarshan confirmed that several trains departing on July 6, 2026, will now run via the Surat-Paldi-Jalgaon-Manmad-Daund Cord Cabin route. The affected trains are as follows:
| Train Number | Train Name | New Route/Diversion |
|---|---|---|
| 20495 | Jodhpur-Hadapsar Express | via Surat-Paldi-Jalgaon-Manmad-Daund |
| 19667 | Udaipur City-Mysuru Express | via Surat-Paldi-Jalgaon-Manmad-Daund-Pune |
| 06282 | Madar Junction-Mysuru Special | via Surat-Paldi-Jalgaon-Manmad-Daund-Pune |
| 22497 | Sri Ganganagar-Tiruchirappalli Express | via Surat-Paldi-Jalgaon-Manmad-Daund-Pune |
| 14805 | Yesvantpur-Barmer Express | via Daund-Manmad-Jalgaon-Paldi-Surat |
Impact on Central and Western Railway services
Central Railway cancelled 41 mail/express trains and diverted 59 others by July 7, 2026. On the Mumbai-Pune route, 27 trains were cancelled and 57 diverted due to landslides on July 6. Western Railway also reported disruptions in Vasai Road, Nalasopara, and Virar sections due to waterlogging. Eight trains, including Bandra Terminus-Hisar (22915) and Bandra Terminus-Jaipur (22933), were cancelled.
What steps are being taken for restoration?
Rail Minister Ashwini Vaishnav reviewed the situation and directed officials to restore services quickly. Engineering and disaster relief teams are working 24 hours to clear debris and fix tracks. CPRO Vineet Abhishek stated that passenger safety is the top priority. Passengers are advised to check current train status via NTES, railway apps, or official inquiry centers before starting their journey.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Why are trains being diverted in the Mumbai and North Western Railway sections?
Trains are being diverted due to heavy rainfall leading to waterlogging in Mumbai Central and landslides in the Karjat-Lonavala ghat section.
How can passengers check if their train is cancelled or diverted?
Passengers can check the updated status through NTES, the official railway app, social media handles, or railway inquiry centers.