North Western Railway announced the cancellation of several trips of the Bhopal-Jodhpur-Bhopal Express scheduled for May 2026. This decision follows planned non-interlocking work at the Kanakpura station yard under the Jaipur Division. The infrastructure project is essential for improving safety standards and the overall operational capacity of the rail network in that section.
Cancellation dates for Bhopal-Jodhpur-Bhopal Express
Railway authorities released specific dates for the cancellation of these services to help passengers plan their journeys in advance. Train number 14814 Bhopal-Jodhpur Express will remain cancelled on May 3, 4, 5, 8, 12, 13, and 14. For the return direction, train number 14813 Jodhpur-Bhopal Express will not operate on May 2, 3, 4, 7, 11, 12, and 13.
- Passengers can apply for full refunds through the official IRCTC website or ticket counters
- Railway administration expressed regret for the inconvenience caused by these safety works
- Information regarding the status of these trains is being updated on the National Train Enquiry System
- The yard remodeling at Kanakpura is expected to streamline traffic flow once completed
Impact on other train services and coach upgrades
Apart from the Bhopal-Jodhpur route, several other trains will experience short terminations or route changes. For instance, the Jabalpur-Ajmer Express will run only up to Jaipur on specific dates in May, and the Nagpur-Jaipur Express will be short terminated at Ajmer on May 14. Some trains are also being diverted via the Rewari-Ringas-Phulera route with temporary stops at local stations to assist commuters.
| Train Number | Train Name | Service Change |
|---|---|---|
| 12181 | Jabalpur-Ajmer Express | Terminate at Jaipur (May 3-5, 8, 11-14) |
| 12182 | Ajmer-Jabalpur Express | Originate from Jaipur (May 4-6, 9, 12-15) |
| 22175 | Nagpur-Jaipur Express | Terminate at Ajmer (May 14) |
| 22176 | Jaipur-Nagpur Express | Originate from Ajmer (May 15) |
On a positive note, the Jodhpur-Bhopal-Jodhpur Express is set for a major upgrade with modern LHB coaches starting from mid-April 2026. This transition from conventional rakes to Linke-Hofmann-Busch technology will provide a more secure and comfortable experience similar to premier trains like Rajdhani. The new coaches will be operational from Jodhpur starting April 14 and from Bhopal starting April 15.