Indian Railways is carrying out doubling and Non-Interlocking (NI) work on the Samastipur-Darbhanga section in Bihar. This infrastructure project will affect train services between May 11 and May 14, 2026. The East Central Railway has announced cancellations and route changes to complete the work at Rambhadrapur, Hayaghat, and Thalpura stations.
Which trains are cancelled and diverted
A total of 45 trains have been cancelled, including important services like the Ara-Jaynagar Intercity and Patna-Jaynagar Intercity. Additionally, 31 express trains will run on diverted routes between May 13 and 14, with 17 of them passing through Muzaffarpur.
| Cancelled Trains | Diverted Trains |
|---|---|
| Ara-Jaynagar Intercity | Bihar Sampark Kranti Express |
| Jaynagar-Manihari | Jan Nayak Express |
| Samastipur-Jaynagar | Saryu Yamuna Express |
| Darbhanga-Samastipur | Shahid Express |
| Muzaffarpur-Samastipur | Tirupati-Raxaul Express |
What are the key dates and changes
The main block for doubling and NI work is scheduled from May 11 to May 14, 2026, though some cancellations extend to May 15. Apart from cancellations, the originating stations for 47 express trains have been changed, and 9 trains are rescheduled. Passengers are advised to check their train status before leaving for the station.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Why are trains cancelled in the Samastipur-Darbhanga section?
Trains are cancelled due to doubling and Non-Interlocking (NI) work being carried out at Rambhadrapur, Hayaghat, and Thalpura stations to improve infrastructure.
Until when will the rail block continue in Bihar?
The official rail block is scheduled from May 11 to May 14, 2026, with some train cancellations extending until May 15, 2026.