Railways’ Role in Mahakumbh and Subsequent Challenges
In the recently concluded Mahakumbh, the Railways played a crucial role in transporting millions of devotees to Prayagraj. Despite the significant demand for train services, passengers faced considerable difficulties in securing seats. However, on March 1, the railways resumed operations after fog-related disruptions. Following the Mahakumbh and the restoration of previously canceled trains, it was anticipated that train travel would become more convenient. Unfortunately, a new notification has emerged stating that 50 trains, including the Vande Bharat Express, will be canceled in April and May due to construction work on the Gorakhpur route, leading to increased difficulties for travelers.
Upcoming Construction and Train Cancellations
The construction of a third railway line between Dominarh and Gorakhpur is scheduled to take place from April 12 to April 26, during which the pre-non-interlock process will be implemented. This construction will result in the cancellation of over 50 trains, including popular routes such as Vande India from Gorakhpur to Prayagraj. The Northern Eastern Railway’s Chief Public Relations Officer, Pankaj Singh, confirmed these disruptions, indicating that passengers should prepare for significant changes to their travel plans during this period.
Specific Train Cancellations from April to May
Further cancellations are set to occur from April 20 to May 5, affecting various routes. Some of the specific trains that will be canceled include the Jammu Tawi-Gorakhpur, Gorakhpur-Amritsar, and Yashwantpur-Gorakhpur services. Notably, the Vande Bharat Express (train numbers 22549/22550) will be canceled from April 27 to May 2. Other affected services include the Gorakhpur-Lucknow and Lucknow-Pataliputra routes, with multiple cancellations spread across different dates within the April to May timeframe. This extensive list of cancellations highlights the challenges faced by passengers traveling through Lucknow and surrounding areas during this construction period.
Important Information Organised For You.
| Information Type | Details |
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Event |
Mahakumbh |
Railway Role |
Transported crores of devotees to Prayagraj |
Reinstatement Date |
March 1 |
Train Cancellations |
50 trains including Vande Bharat in April and May |
Construction Dates |
April 12 to 26 |
Construction Area |
Dominarh-Gorakhpur (NER) |
Additional Cancellations Dates |
April 20 to May 5 |
Canceled Train List |
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Canceled Trains through Lucknow |
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