Rail passengers traveling during the summer vacations will face significant disruptions in June and July 2026. North Eastern Railway has announced mega blocks for construction and maintenance work between Shahjahanpur and Gonda, as well as at Gorakhpur Junction. These activities will lead to the cancellation of numerous trains and changes in routes for many others.
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Which sections are affected and why
The primary work is happening on the Gonda-Budhwal section between Gonda and Gonda Kachahari stations to lay a third railway line. Additionally, Gorakhpur Junction is undergoing a redevelopment project worth 498.97 crore rupees, which includes building a foot overbridge on platforms 7 and 8. CPRO Sumit Kumar confirmed that these blocks are essential for long-term infrastructure improvement, with the Gorakhpur project expected to finish by May 2027.
Impact on train services and schedules
The construction work will cause major changes to train operations. Between July 5 and 11, over 32 trains, including those to Anand Vihar Terminal and Purnia Court, will be cancelled. In June, more than 77 trains will be cancelled due to track maintenance. Many superfast trains like Duronto and Jnaneswari will run on diverted routes.
| Impact Type | Details |
|---|---|
| Cancelled Trains | 33 trains in June-July (Gonda block); 77+ trains in June (Track work) |
| Diverted Routes | 53 trains total; including Amritsar-Chhapra and Kamakhya Express |
| Short Termination | 12+ trains; including Izzatnagar-Gorakhpur Express |
| Gorakhpur Specific | Pune and Dadar-Gorakhpur specials to start/end at Mau (June 4-7) |
Other important railway updates
Apart from blocks, the operational period for Danapur-Bengaluru and Saraighat-Deoghar special trains has been extended until July 15, 2026. To manage the heavy summer rush, Indian Railways will limit the waiting list for AC and Sleeper coaches starting June 1, 2026. A safety inspection of the third rail line will be conducted by the Commissioner of Railway Safety on July 10.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Why are trains being cancelled between Shahjahanpur and Gonda?
Trains are cancelled due to mega blocks for laying a third railway line between Gonda and Gonda Kachahari stations and other maintenance work.
What is happening at Gorakhpur Junction?
A redevelopment project costing 498.97 crore is underway, including the construction of a foot overbridge on platforms 7 and 8, affecting train arrivals and departures.