The Northeast Railway has announced changes to several train services starting from July 6, 2026. Many trains traveling to and from Gorakhpur, Delhi, Pune, Panvel, and Anand Vihar will either be cancelled or run on diverted routes. Passengers are advised to check their train status before leaving for the station.
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Why are these trains cancelled or diverted?
The Indian Railways is carrying out infrastructure expansion work on the Gonda-Budhwal rail section. This includes pre-non-interlocking and non-interlocking work to provide a third railway line between Gonda and Gonda Kachahari stations. This project will help increase train speeds, reduce travel time, and allow more trains to run on this route in the future.
Which trains are affected and for how long?
Several express and special trains will face disruptions between July 6 and July 11. The impact varies by train, with some cancelled for a few days and others diverted from their usual paths.
| Train Number & Name | Action | Dates of Impact |
|---|---|---|
| 55061 Nakaha Jungle-Aishbagh Passenger | Cancelled | July 6 to July 10 |
| 05057 Gorakhpur-Delhi Special | Cancelled | July 2 and July 9 |
| 15066 Panvel-Gorakhpur Express | Diverted | July 6, 7 and 8 |
| 01415 Pune-Gorakhpur Special | Diverted | July 8 and 9 |
| 05576 Anand Vihar Terminus-Saharsa Special | Diverted | July 9 |
Other services like the Gorakhpur-Gomti Nagar Express and Chhapra-Anand Vihar Express are also listed for cancellations or diversions during this period.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Why are trains being diverted in the Gonda-Budhwal section?
The diversions are due to the construction of a third railway line between Gonda and Gonda Kachahari stations to improve speed and capacity.
Which major cities are affected by these changes?
Passengers traveling to and from Gorakhpur, Delhi, Pune, Panvel, and Anand Vihar will be most affected by these cancellations and diversions.