Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw and Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi flagged off the Puri–Koraput Express on Monday, July 6, 2026. This new service aims to bridge the gap between the coastal regions and the tribal heartland of Odisha. The train will be operated and maintained by the East Coast Railway zone.
What is the schedule and route of Puri–Koraput Express?
The train will operate three days a week as a tri-weekly service. It connects the sacred city of Puri with Koraput via several key districts. The detailed timings are as follows:
| Train No. | Departure | Arrival | Days of Operation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18407 (Puri to Koraput) | 07:00 AM | 11:30 PM | Monday, Thursday, Saturday |
| 18408 (Koraput to Puri) | 05:00 AM | 10:20 PM | Tuesday, Friday, Sunday |
The route includes stops at Khurda Road, Bhubaneswar, Angul, Sambalpur, Bargarh Road, Balangir, Titlagarh, Kesinga, Muniguda, Rayagada, Kakiriguma, and Damanjodi.
Who will benefit from this new rail connectivity?
Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi mentioned that this train is a gift for the people before the annual Rath Yatra. It will help pilgrims, students, patients, and traders travel easily between the coast and southern Odisha. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw stated that this fulfills a long-standing demand for a daytime train service. He also announced that a similar train for north Odisha will be introduced soon.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Puri–Koraput Express किन दिनों को चलेगी?
Train No. 18407 पुरी से सोमवार, गुरुवार और शनिवार को चलेगी, जबकि Train No. 18408 कोरापुट से मंगलवार, शुक्रवार और रविवार को चलेगी।
यह ट्रेन किन मुख्य स्टेशनों से होकर गुजरेगी?
यह ट्रेन Bhubaneswar, Sambalpur, Balangir, Titlagarh, Rayagada और Damanjodi समेत कई महत्वपूर्ण स्टेशनों पर रुकेगी।