Adra Division: Rolling block announced from April 27 to May 3, Bokaro route trains affected
South Eastern Railway has announced a rolling block in the Adra Division from April 27 to May 3. This maintenance work will impact train services on the Bokaro route. The block is necessary for essential engineering and technical upgrades to ensure safer travel.
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Why is the rolling block being implemented?
The railway administration is conducting these blocks for critical maintenance tasks. This includes work on Traction Distribution (TRD) and Signal and Telecommunication systems. Such engineering works are done to maintain the tracks and improve the overall efficiency of the rail network.
Which trains and routes are affected?
Trains operating on the Bokaro route will face disruptions during this period. While the full list of affected express trains for the April 27 to May 3 window is not yet detailed, previous blocks in the division have led to the following changes:
| Train Name/Number | Impact |
|---|---|
| Bhojudih-Chandrapura-Bhojudih MEMU (68079/68080) | Cancelled on multiple dates in April |
| Hatia-Khargaipur Express (18036) | Running late by 2 hours |
| Tatanagar-Hatia Express (18601) | Diverted via Gunda Bihar |
| Adra-Midnapur-Adra MEMU (68090/68089) | Cancelled on specific dates |
| Hatia-Tatanagar-Hatia Express (18602/18601) | Cancelled on 21 and 23 April |
| Asansol-Tatanagar-Asansol MEMU (68055/68056) | Terminated at Adra |
What should passengers do?
Railway officials have advised all passengers to check the current status of their trains before starting their journey. This will help travelers avoid unnecessary inconvenience at the station due to cancellations or delays caused by the ongoing maintenance work.