Railway passengers in Uttar Pradesh will face significant disruptions in July 2026. A mega block is planned for the Gonda-Budhwal section to lay a third railway line, which will affect train operations between Gorakhpur and Lucknow. This project aims to increase train speeds and reduce travel time for passengers.
Which trains are cancelled and diverted in July?
A total of 129 trains will be impacted due to the work between Gonda and Gonda Kacheri stations. Around 31 to 34 trains will be completely cancelled, while 53 to 54 trains will run on diverted routes. Additionally, 17 trains will be short-terminated or originate from different stations, and 14 trains will be regulated.
| Train Name/Number | Date of Cancellation |
|---|---|
| Purnia Court-Amritsar Express (14617) | 10 and 11 July 2026 |
| Amritsar-Purnia Court Express (14618) | 8 and 9 July 2026 |
| Gwalior-Balrampur Express (22199) | 8 July 2026 |
| Balrampur-Gwalior Express (22200) | 9 July 2026 |
| Bandra Terminus-Gorakhpur Express (22921) | 5 July 2026 |
| Gorakhpur-Bandra Terminus Express (22922) | 7 July 2026 |
| Gorakhpur-Gomti Nagar Express (15081) | 6 to 10 July 2026 |
| Gomti Nagar-Gorakhpur Express (15082) | 7 to 11 July 2026 |
| Chhapra-Anand Vihar Terminal Express (15133) | 6 July 2026 |
| Anand Vihar Terminal-Chhapra Express (15134) | 8 July 2026 |
| Gorakhpur-Lucknow Jn.-Gorakhpur (15031/32) | 8 and 9 July 2026 |
| Aishbagh-Gorakhpur Express (15070) | 7 to 10 July 2026 |
| Gorakhpur-Aishbagh Express (15069) | 8 to 11 July 2026 |
| Gorakhpur-Pune Express (15029) | 9 July 2026 |
| Pune-Gorakhpur Express (15030) | 11 July 2026 |
What are the arrangements for exam candidates?
The railway administration has made special plans for students appearing in major exams. For the police recruitment exam held from 7 June to 10 June 2026, a special unreserved exam train (05031/05032) is operating between Gorakhpur and Lucknow Junction to help candidates reach their centers on time.
How can passengers check their train status?
CPRO Sumit Kumar and Senior DCM Samarth Gupta have advised passengers to verify their travel plans before starting their journey. Travelers can check the latest route and schedule updates through the official NTES website or by calling the railway helpline to avoid any inconvenience during the mega block period.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Why are trains being cancelled in UP in July 2026?
Trains are affected due to the laying of a third line on the Gonda-Budhwal section and non-interlocking work between Gonda and Gonda Kacheri stations.
Which dates are most affected for passengers?
Passengers will face maximum inconvenience from 5 July to 11 July 2026, particularly on the Gorakhpur-Lucknow route.