Rail operations in the Danapur Division were severely affected on April 26, 2026, due to a mega block at Neura station. This block was implemented for Non-Interlocking (NI) and Pre-NI work to modernize the signaling system and repair tracks. The primary goal of this project is to make the new Neura-Jatdumri broad gauge rail line operational.
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Which trains were cancelled or partially stopped?
Several trains were completely cancelled or their routes were shortened during the block. The impact was most felt by daily commuters, office workers, and students. The following trains were affected:
| Train Number/Name | Status |
|---|---|
| 63225 Patna-DDU Passenger | Cancelled |
| 53212 Sasaram-Patna Passenger | Cancelled |
| 63213 Patna-Ara MEMU Passenger | Cancelled |
| 13209 Patna-DDU MEMU Express | Cancelled |
| 13210 DDU-Patna MEMU Express | Cancelled |
| 13258 Anand Vihar-Danapur Jan Sadharan | Cancelled between Ara and Danapur |
| 13287 South Bihar Express | Cancelled between Rajendra Nagar and Ara |
How were the long-distance trains diverted?
To keep the traffic moving, the railway administration diverted several major trains through alternative routes. Most trains were routed via the DDU-Gaya-Jahanabad-Patna section. This included the New Delhi-Rajendra Nagar Special, Indore-Patna Express, Ajmer-Bhagalpur Express, Okha-Guwahati Express, LTT-Dibrugarh Express, and Surat-Bhagalpur Express.
Additionally, the Kamakhya-Delhi Express and Patna-CSMT (Mumbai) Express were diverted via the Patna-Jahanabad-Gaya-DDU route. The Delhi-Kamakhya and Anand Vihar-Malda Town Express were sent via the DDU-Gaya-Tilaiya-Kiul route.
What was the impact on train timings?
Many trains arrived at their destinations with significant delays. The 22311 Mumbai LTT Express reached Ara about six hours late. The Vikramshila Express was delayed by approximately four hours, and the Patna-Kashi Jan Shatabdi also ran behind schedule. Railway officials have advised passengers to check their train status before starting their journey to avoid inconvenience.