The Nandan Kanan Express (train number 02815) traveling from Delhi to Kanpur faced a technical malfunction on April 16, 2026. The train was halted at Aligarh station for over 30 minutes while the railway administration arranged for a replacement engine. This incident caused significant inconvenience to passengers during the afternoon heat as the train stood stationary on the platform.
What caused the delay of Nandan Kanan Express?
The train experienced a technical fault in its engine before it could reach Aligarh station. Upon noticing the malfunction, the loco pilot immediately alerted the railway control room about the situation. The train eventually arrived at platform number three of Aligarh station at approximately 02:45 PM. Following the report, the local railway administration initiated the process of replacing the faulty engine to ensure the journey could continue safely towards Kanpur.
Key details of the engine replacement and train movement
- Arrival Time: The train reached Aligarh station platform number three at 02:45 PM
- Stoppage Duration: The train remained stationary for approximately 32 minutes
- Action Taken: The local railway administration arranged a replacement engine for the rake
- Departure Time: After the engine was successfully replaced, the train departed at 03:17 PM
- Official Statement: Amit Kumar Singh, PRO of North Central Railway, confirmed the engine was replaced due to a technical fault
Passengers traveling on the train reported facing considerable discomfort due to the intense heat while the train was stopped at the station. Once the new engine was attached and tested, the train resumed its journey towards its destination. The railway officials monitored the situation to ensure no further technical issues occurred during the onward travel.