Northern Railway has announced a route change for nine trains, including the Archana Express and Neelachal Express. These changes will be effective from June 23 to June 30, 2026. The decision was taken to carry out essential maintenance work on the tracks in the Lucknow division.
Which trains are affected by the route diversion?
The diversion affects several key trains running through the Lucknow division. Passengers are advised to check their specific train numbers to avoid confusion during their travel.
| Train Name | Train Number |
|---|---|
| Archana Express | 12355 / 12356 |
| Neelachal Express | 12875 |
| Punjab Mail | 13005 / 13006 |
| Lucknow–Varanasi | 24204 |
| New Delhi–Varanasi Special | 04210 |
| Banaras–Dehradun Express | 15119 |
| Firozpur–Patna Sahib | 04616 |
| Lucknow–Banaras Intercity | 15108 |
| Banaras–Lucknow Intercity | 15107 |
Why is the route being changed and what are the impacts?
The route diversion is necessary because of non-interlocking and doubling work. This work is happening on the 27 km rail section between Gaura, Suwansa, Badshahpur, Nibapur, and Janghai. Due to this, some trains will follow a different path to reach their destination.
Additionally, from June 26 to June 30, trains like the Lucknow-Banaras Intercity and Varanasi-Lucknow Express will have a 2-minute halt at Suwansa station. This is because platforms at Badshahpur station are currently unavailable. However, the halt at Janghai station will remain the same.
How can passengers check their train status?
Senior DCM Samarth Gupta of Northern Railway’s Lucknow division has asked passengers to be cautious. To avoid any inconvenience, travelers should verify the latest status of their trains before leaving for the station.
Passengers can use the official railway helpline number 139, check the National Train Enquiry System (NTES), or use the official Indian Railways website and mobile app for real-time updates.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Which dates are the train diversions active?
The route diversions for the nine affected trains are active from June 23 to June 30, 2026.
Why is the route being changed for these trains?
The change is due to non-interlocking and doubling work on the 27 km section between Gaura and Janghai.