Kanpur: Anupur-Baripal Railway Crossing to Close for 10 Days
Commuters and motorists in the Kanpur region should prepare for significant travel disruptions as the Anupur-Baripal railway crossing is scheduled for a complete shutdown. The closure is necessary to facilitate critical infrastructure maintenance on the local rail network.
10-Day Maintenance Window Announced
Railway crossing number 48, situated on the Anupur-Baripal road, is set to remain closed for a period of ten days. The maintenance window is scheduled to begin at 8:00 AM on October 20, 2026, and will continue until October 30, 2026.
Upendra Kumar, the Senior Section Engineer (P.Way) in Ghatampur, stated that the closure is essential to carry out vital repair work on the tracks. This maintenance activity is being conducted as part of broader improvements to the Hamirpur Road-Yamuna South Bank railway section.
Alternative Routes for Commuters
To minimize the impact on daily travel, railway authorities have issued an appeal to the public to plan their journeys in advance. Motorists traveling between Anupur and Baripal are advised to avoid the closed crossing and utilize the following primary detours:
- Railway crossing number 46
- Railway crossing number 50
By using these alternative routes, travelers can avoid potential delays and congestion caused by the ongoing track work during this ten-day period.