A special train operated for the Lekhpal recruitment examination faced a major delay on Thursday, May 21, 2026. Train 05001 reached Lucknow three hours late, missing its 6:30 AM schedule. This delay caused many candidates to miss their exams, while others faced severe overcrowding during the journey.
What happened with the Lekhpal Exam special train?
The railway operated special trains and buses to handle the crowd for the May 21 examination. However, train 05001 was delayed due to operational obstacles and traffic congestion. Candidates like Balram Yadav missed their exams because of this. Reports also mentioned that the rush was so high that some candidates had to travel in the toilets of sleeper coaches.
Which trains are affected by the upcoming railway blocks?
Railway engineering work on the Alamnagar-Lucknow West section will lead to traffic blocks on May 26 and June 2, 2026. This will impact the following services:
| Train Number | Train Name | Impact |
|---|---|---|
| 22453 | Lucknow Junction-Meerut City Express | Depart 20 minutes late from Lucknow |
| 05580 | Anand Vihar-Purnia Court Special | Cancelled on May 26, June 2, 7, and 9 |
What are the other major cancellations in June 2026?
A Mega Traffic Block is active from May 20 to June 9, 2026, for track doubling and signaling on the Narkatiaganj–Gorakhpur route. This has led to several diversions and cancellations. In total, 77 trains are scheduled for cancellation in June 2026. Around 20 premium trains, including Garib Rath, Duronto, and Humsafar Express, are temporarily cancelled until the end of June for infrastructure upgrades.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Why was the Lekhpal exam special train delayed?
Train 05001 was delayed by three hours due to unavoidable operational obstacles and traffic congestion, causing it to arrive late in Lucknow.
Which train is affected by the block on May 26 and June 2?
The 22453 Lucknow Junction-Meerut City Express will depart 20 minutes late from Lucknow Junction due to engineering work.