The East Coast Railway is upgrading the platform infrastructure at Puri Railway Station to improve passenger safety and capacity for pilgrims. Due to this work, several trains will change their starting and ending points starting May 15, 2026. Many long-distance services will now operate from Malatipatpur station instead of Puri.
Which trains will change their route and dates?
The railway administration has listed several trains that will be short-terminated or short-originated at Malatipatpur. The changes are scheduled for specific dates in May 2026 to allow for the construction of ballastless tracks and platforms 7 and 8.
| Train Name & Number | Change Type | Effective Dates |
|---|---|---|
| LTT-Puri Express (12145/12146) | Terminate/Originate at Malatipatpur | May 17, 19, 24, 26 |
| Gandhidham-Puri Express (12993/12994) | Terminate/Originate at Malatipatpur | May 15, 18, 22, 25, 29 |
| Gandhidham-Puri Express (22973/22974) | Terminate/Originate at Malatipatpur | May 20, 23, 27, 30 |
| Valsad-Puri Express (22909/22910) | Terminate/Originate at Malatipatpur | May 17, 21, 24, 28 |
| Indore-Puri Humsafar (20917/20918) | Terminate/Originate at Malatipatpur | May 19, 21, 26, 28 |
| Shri Ganganagar-Puri (20471/20472) | Terminate/Originate at Malatipatpur | May 17, 20, 24, 27 |
What facilities are provided for passengers?
Since Malatipatpur is located about 7-8 kilometers away from Puri, the railway administration will arrange bus services. These buses will help passengers travel between the short-terminated stations and Puri. Passengers are advised to check their train status and schedules before starting their journey to avoid any trouble.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Why are trains being diverted from Puri station?
The East Coast Railway is upgrading platforms 7 and 8 and constructing ballastless tracks to improve safety and capacity for pilgrims.
How will passengers reach Puri from Malatipatpur?
The railway administration will provide bus services to facilitate travel between the short-terminated stations and Puri.