Madhupur-Giridih Passenger Trains Cancelled This November!
Eastern Railway cancels Madhupur-Giridih passenger trains on Nov 8 and 23 for bridge construction. Plan your travel accordingly.
Commuters traveling on the Madhupur-Giridih section need to prepare for upcoming service disruptions. The Asansol Division of Eastern Railway has announced the cancellation of specific passenger train services to facilitate critical infrastructure upgrades in the region.
Why are the trains being cancelled?
The disruption is necessary to allow for essential construction work under the ongoing Madhupur Bypass project. Specifically, a traffic and power block has been authorized to permit "box pushing" operations required for the construction of Bridge No. 6A.
Affected Train Details and Dates
The following passenger services will not operate on the specified dates in November 2026:
- Madhupur-Giridih Passenger (Train No. 53515): Cancelled on November 8 and November 23.
- Giridih-Madhupur Passenger (Train No. 53516): Cancelled on November 8 and November 23.
Important: Trains Will Still Run on These Dates
While maintenance blocks are scheduled throughout the month, passengers should be aware that the services are not cancelled for the entire period. The Madhupur-Giridih and Giridih-Madhupur passenger trains will operate as per their normal scheduled timetables on:
- November 5, 2026
- November 26, 2026
Railway authorities have advised all passengers to plan their journeys well in advance. To avoid any potential inconvenience at the station, it is highly recommended to verify the latest train schedules and updates before starting your trip.