Indian Railways Alert: 24 Train Numbers to Change in 2027
Indian Railways is reclassifying 24 train numbers starting January 2027. Check the new numbers for Shramjeevi Express and Muzaffarpur routes.
Indian Railways has announced a major update regarding the numbering of several train services. To improve operational efficiency, the railway administration will officially reclassify 24 train numbers starting from January 1, 2027.
Impact on Bareilly and Moradabad Division
The upcoming reclassification will affect several key routes, with a significant impact on the Moradabad Division. Mahesh Yadav, the Senior Divisional Commercial Manager (DCM) of the Moradabad Division, confirmed the changes and noted that 12 of the affected trains operate through Bareilly.
List of Affected Trains and New Numbers
Passengers traveling on several popular long-distance routes will need to take note of the new designations. The following services will undergo number changes:
- Muzaffarpur-Anand Vihar Express: Shifting from 12557/58 to 15577/78.
- Muzaffarpur-Anand Vihar Garib Rath: Transitioning from 12211/12 to 14031/32.
- Rajgir-New Delhi Shramjeevi Express: Will operate under the new number 13291/92.
- Saharasa-Amritsar Garib Rath: Changing to 14693/94.
- Darbhanga-Jalandhar Express: Will be identified as 15541/42.
- Patliputra-Chandigarh Express: Will utilize the number 13255/56.
Important Advice for Passengers
To prevent any travel complications or confusion during the booking process, railway officials have issued a specific advisory. Passengers are strongly encouraged to verify the updated train numbers before planning or booking journeys scheduled for 2027.
It is highly recommended that travelers cross-reference their itineraries with the official Indian Railways website or the National Train Enquiry System (NTES) to ensure all travel information is accurate.