Konkan Railway and Central Railway have announced a special monsoon timetable for trains operating on the Konkan route. This new schedule will be effective from June 15, 2026, and will remain in place until October 20, 2026. The changes are being made to ensure passenger safety during the heavy rainfall season.
Why is the timetable changing?
The Konkan region faces risks of landslides and challenging terrain during the monsoon. To manage this, railway authorities are coordinating with the IMD for weather updates. Safety measures include intensive track patrolling and real-time monitoring. Loco pilots have been instructed to reduce train speeds to 40 km/h when visibility is low due to heavy rain.
Which trains are affected and what are the changes?
Around 40 trains, including premium services like Vande Bharat and Tejas Express, will have changes in their timings or days of operation. Dr. Swapnil Nila, CPRO of Central Railway, confirmed these updates in a press release.
| Train Name/Number | Updated Schedule/Timing |
|---|---|
| Ernakulam – Pune Biweekly (22149) | Departs Ernakulam Jn at 2:15 AM (instead of 5:15 AM) |
| CSMT – Madgaon Vande Bharat (22229) | Tri-weekly (Mon, Wed, Fri), Departs CSMT 5:25 AM, Arrives Madgaon 4:00 PM |
| Madgaon – CSMT Vande Bharat (22230) | Tri-weekly (Tue, Thu, Sat), Departs Madgaon 12:20 PM, Arrives CSMT 10:30 PM |
| CSMT – Madgaon Tejas Express (22119) | Departs CSMT 5:50 AM, Arrives Madgaon 5:20 PM |
How to check the new train timings?
Passengers are advised to verify the updated schedules before starting their journey. The official timings can be checked through the National Train Enquiry System (NTES) website at www.enquiry.indianrail.gov.in or by using the NTES mobile application.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
कोंकण रेलवे का मानसून टाइमटेबल कब से कब तक लागू रहेगा?
यह विशेष टाइमटेबल 15 जून 2026 से शुरू होकर 20 अक्टूबर 2026 तक प्रभावी रहेगा।
भारी बारिश के दौरान सुरक्षा के लिए क्या कदम उठाए गए हैं?
ट्रैक की सघन पेट्रोलिंग की जाएगी और कम विजिबिलिटी के दौरान लोको पायलट ट्रेन की रफ्तार 40 km/h तक कम रखेंगे।