The Northeast Frontier Railway’s Katihar Division is carrying out doubling and non-interlocking work on the Katihar-Sonali and Katihar-Kuretha sections. Due to these essential infrastructure upgrades, several major trains, including the Rajdhani Express, will run on diverted routes or face timing changes in June 2026. Passengers are advised to check their train status before starting their journey.
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Which trains are affected and what are the route changes?
Several long-distance trains will follow diverted paths to avoid the construction zones. The Ajmer-Kishanganj Express (15716) will run via Katihar-Purnia-Pawakhali-Thakurganj on June 8, 9, and 11. Similarly, the Kamakhya-Bhagat Ki Kothi Express (15624) will operate via Thakurganj-Pawakhali-Purnia-Katihar on June 12. The New Delhi-Dibrugarh Rajdhani Express (12424) and Naharlagun-Anand Vihar Terminal Express (22411) will run via Thakurganj-Pouakhali-Thakurganj on June 13, with stops at Purnia and Thakurganj but no stop at Kishanganj station.
What are the timing changes and regulation details?
Construction work on the Katihar-Kuretha section will lead to schedule adjustments for multiple special trains. The Udaipur City-New Jalpaiguri Express (19601) will be regulated for about one hour on June 13. Other timing changes include the Naharlagun-Hapa Special on June 6, Anand Vihar Terminal-Kamakhya Express on June 10 and 11, Dibrugarh-Lokmanya Tilak Express on June 10, and Kanpur Central-Guwahati Special on June 11.
Why is this work being done and how to check updates?
According to Amit Sudarshan, Chief Public Relations Officer of North Western Railway, these projects aim to increase train speed, punctuality, and overall operational capacity. While passengers may face temporary inconvenience, these upgrades are necessary for future efficiency. Passengers can verify updated timings and routes through official railway websites, mobile apps, or station inquiry counters.
| Train Number | Train Name | Date of Change | Impact |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15716 | Ajmer-Kishanganj Express | June 8, 9, 11 | Diverted Route |
| 15624 | Kamakhya-Bhagat Ki Kothi Exp | June 12 | Diverted Route |
| 12424 | New Delhi-Dibrugarh Rajdhani | June 13 | Diverted Route |
| 22411 | Naharlagun-Anand Vihar Exp | June 13 | Diverted Route |
| 19601 | Udaipur City-New Jalpaiguri | June 13 | 1 Hour Regulation |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Will the Rajdhani Express stop at Kishanganj on June 13?
No, the New Delhi-Dibrugarh Rajdhani Express (12424) will not stop at Kishanganj station on June 13 due to the diverted route via Thakurganj-Pouakhali.
Why are trains being diverted in the Katihar division?
The diversions are necessary for doubling and non-interlocking work on the Katihar-Sonali and Katihar-Kuretha sections to improve future speed and efficiency.