MGR Chennai Central-Jodhpur Special Route Diverted on Oct 13
Passengers planning to travel on the MGR Chennai Central-Jodhpur Special need to prepare for a change in their itinerary. For journeys scheduled on October 13, 2026, the train will operate via a diverted route instead of its standard path.
Reason for the Route Diversion
The Ministry of Railways and the North Western Railway have confirmed that this service adjustment is necessary to facilitate essential infrastructure work. Specifically, the diversion is required to allow for foot over bridge girder launching.
To ensure the safety of the engineering teams and the traveling public during this heavy construction process, certain sections of the track must be temporarily regulated, necessitating the change in the train's movement for that specific day.
Important Information for Travelers
The official announcement regarding this change was released on October 5, 2026. If you are booked to travel on this service, please keep the following details in mind:
- Affected Train: MGR Chennai Central-Jodhpur Special
- Date of Diversion: October 13, 2026
- Primary Cause: Foot over bridge girder launching work
Passengers are strongly advised to verify their updated arrival and departure timings through official railway channels or the IRCTC website to avoid any last-minute confusion at the station.