The Lucknow-Kanpur rail section is set to return to normal as the mega block on the Kanpur Ganga Railway Bridge (Bridge No. 110) ends. Train operations will resume from May 14, 2026, after 42 days of essential repair work. The project focused on replacing old steel troughs with new H-beam sleepers to improve safety and speed.
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What are the key dates and changes for passengers
The Northern Railway Lucknow Division implemented this block from April 2 to May 13, 2026. From May 14, all cancelled and rerouted trains will return to their original schedules. The daily work took place for eight hours between 9:30 AM and 5:30 PM to ensure the bridge was upgraded without compromising safety.
How will this upgrade impact train speed and travel time
The installation of new steel sleepers will allow trains to increase their speed from the previous 15-30 kmph to 75 kmph. According to PRO SK Jaiswal, this is part of Mission Gati. In the future, speeds could potentially reach 160 kmph, which would reduce the travel time between Kanpur and Lucknow to about 40 minutes.
Details of train services affected during the block
| Impact Category | Number of Trains |
|---|---|
| Total Affected Trains | 56 |
| Cancelled Trains | 14 |
| Limited to Kanpur | 10 |
| Diverted Trains | 32 |
Major trains including the Vande Bharat Express and Shatabdi Express were diverted via Moradabad during this period to maintain connectivity.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
When will trains start running on the Kanpur Ganga Bridge again?
Train services on the Lucknow-Kanpur rail section will resume from May 14, 2026, after the 42-day mega block ends on May 13.
How does the new repair work affect the speed of trains?
The replacement of old sleepers with new H-beam sleepers will increase the speed limit from 15-30 kmph to 75 kmph, ensuring a faster journey.