Passengers travelling between Mumbai and Gorakhpur will face disruptions due to maintenance work in multiple sections. Electronic interlocking work in the Kalyan-Igatpuri section and Foot Over Bridge construction at Gorakhpur Junction have led to route changes and cancellations. These changes are effective from late May through early June 2026.
Which trains are diverted and cancelled?
Between June 5 and 7, 2026, several trains will run via the Kalyan-Karjat-Pune-Manmad route instead of their usual path. Some special trains have been cancelled entirely to facilitate the work.
| Train Name/Number | Status/Change |
|---|---|
| LTT-Ballia Express (11071) | Diverted via Karjat-Pune-Manmad |
| Dadar-Gorakhpur Special (01027) | Diverted via Karjat-Pune-Manmad |
| Panvel-Gorakhpur Express (15066) | Diverted via Karjat-Pune-Manmad |
| Gorakhpur-Bandra Special (05053) | Cancelled on June 5 |
| Bandra-Gorakhpur Special (05054) | Cancelled on June 6 |
| Gorakhpur-Gonda Passenger (55031/32) | Cancelled May 29 to June 7 |
What are the rescheduling and delay details?
On June 6, 2026, several trains departing from Mumbai will run late. The CSMT-Gorakhpur Special (01079) will depart 5.5 hours late at 4 AM. Other trains like the Howrah Mail, Banaras Express, and Patliputra Express will also see delays ranging from 2.5 to 3.25 hours.
Additionally, the Ballia-Dadar special will be delayed by 1 hour 45 minutes at Kasara station on June 5. Trains such as the Kushinagar Express and Jaynagar-LTT Express will have controlled movements during their journey.
Upcoming blocks in July 2026
CPRO Sumit Kumar of North Eastern Railway announced another mega traffic block from July 5 to 10, 2026. This work for the third-line construction on the Gonda-Burhwal section will affect 88 trains, with 34 cancelled and 54 diverted. Passengers are advised to use the NTES app or official railway helpline to check their train status before leaving for the station.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Why are trains between Mumbai and Gorakhpur being diverted?
Trains are being diverted due to electronic interlocking work in the Kalyan-Igatpuri section and FOB construction at Gorakhpur Junction.
What happens in the Gonda-Burhwal section in July?
A mega block from July 5 to 10 for third-line construction will result in 34 trains being cancelled and 54 being diverted.