Railway Alert: Gate No. 518 on Keetham-Farah section to remain closed on April 15 and 16
Road commuters traveling through the Agra region should prepare for temporary traffic changes in the coming days. Railway Gate No. 518, situated on the Keetham-Farah rail section, is scheduled for essential maintenance work. This closure is necessary to perform critical track repairs and ensure the safety of both rail and road users. The administration has confirmed that road traffic will be completely suspended during the maintenance period.
When will the Keetham-Farah gate closure begin and end
The railway authorities have released a specific timeline for the repair work at Gate No. 518. Commuters are advised to plan their journeys according to these timings to avoid congestion or delays at the crossing.
- The closure starts at 7 AM on April 15, 2026
- The maintenance work will conclude by 9 PM on April 16, 2026
- Road traffic will remain fully blocked for the entire 48-hour window
- Prashasti Srivastava, the Railway PRO, shared this schedule for public awareness
What is the reason behind this two day traffic block
The decision to close the gate was made by the railway engineering department to facilitate comprehensive maintenance. Public Relations Officer Prashasti Srivastava stated that these repairs are vital for the upkeep of the railway infrastructure. Since the work involves the track area directly connected to the road crossing, keeping the gate open for vehicles is not possible. Local residents and transport operators are requested to use alternate routes while the railway team completes the necessary technical upgrades on the Keetham-Farah section.