Indian Railways has announced the cancellation and rescheduling of several trains starting from July 5, 2026. These changes are being made to carry out essential repairs to washing lines in station yards and technical upgrades on various rail sections. Passengers travelling in July and August are advised to check their train status to avoid inconvenience.
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Which routes and divisions are most affected
The impact is spread across multiple zones due to different technical reasons. In the South Eastern Railway’s Adra Division, rolling blocks from June 29 to July 5 will affect MEMU, Passenger, and Express trains on routes like Asansol-Adra, Adra-Midnapore, and Tatanagar-Asansol. In Uttar Pradesh, the Gonda route will see cancellations and diversions between July 5 and July 11 for the commissioning of a new 5 km third rail line.
Details of cancellations in Bareilly and Dhanbad
Bareilly Junction is undergoing washing line repairs and a mega block on the Bareilly-Chandausi section. This will result in the cancellation of six major trains heading towards Delhi, Mumbai, and Indore from July 5 to August 3. Additionally, a nine-hour mega block is scheduled for July 11. In the Dhanbad Division, trains on the Chipadohar-Barwadih-Mangra section were affected until July 1 for non-interlocking work.
| Affected Area/Division | Key Dates | Reason for Change |
|---|---|---|
| Adra Division (SE Railway) | June 29 – July 5 | Track maintenance and signal improvement |
| Bareilly Junction | July 5 – Aug 3 | Washing line repair and Mega Block |
| Gonda Route (UP) | July 5 – July 11 | Third rail line pre-interlocking work |
| Dhanbad Division | Until July 1 | Non-interlocking work |
Railway officials have urged all passengers to verify the exact status of their trains before leaving for the station to prevent any last-minute trouble.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Why are trains being cancelled from July 5?
Trains are cancelled due to washing line repairs at station yards, technical work on rail sections, and signal system improvements in divisions like Adra and Bareilly.
Which major cities are affected by the Bareilly Junction block?
Six major trains heading towards Delhi, Mumbai, and Indore will remain cancelled from July 5 to August 3 due to the mega block on the Bareilly-Chandausi section.