Railway Block Update: Multiple trains affected across Lucknow, Moradabad and Katihar sections
Indian Railways has announced several traffic and power blocks across different zones for infrastructure upgrades and monsoon safety works. These blocks have led to the cancellation, diversion, and rescheduling of numerous trains. Passengers are advised to check their train status before starting their journey to avoid inconvenience.
Which rail sections and trains are most affected
Recent blocks in the Pratapgarh-Janghai and Katihar-Soneli sections have impacted several key trains. On the Pratapgarh-Janghai section, the Banaras Dehradun Express (15119) and Dehradun-Banaras Express (15120) will run on diverted routes from June 23 to June 30 due to doubling and interlocking work. In the Katihar division, several trains including the Rajdhani Express (20504, 20506) and New Tinsukia-Amritsar Express (15933) faced route changes between June 16 and June 19.
Mumbai Local and other regional updates
Central Railway has announced a 9-day night block between Matunga and Kurla from June 18 to June 25 for the reconstruction of the Sion Road Over Bridge. This will affect late-night and early-morning suburban local trains. Additionally, ABS signaling work in the Moradabad division caused delays of up to five hours for trains reaching Bareilly. Overall, about 77 trains were cancelled in June due to maintenance and safety upgrades across Central and Western Railway zones.
| Rail Section/Zone | Impact Period | Reason for Block |
|---|---|---|
| Pratapgarh-Janghai | June 23-30 | Doubling and Interlocking |
| Katihar-Soneli/Kuretha | June 16-19 | Commissioning and Interlocking |
| Matunga-Kurla (Mumbai) | June 18-25 | Sion Road ROB Reconstruction |
| Moradabad Division | Recent | ABS Signaling Work |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How can passengers check their train status during these blocks?
Passengers can check the real-time status of their trains using the toll-free number 139 or the One Rail app as advised by Indian Railways.
Which trains are diverted on the Pratapgarh-Janghai section?
The Banaras Dehradun Express (15119) and Dehradun-Banaras Express (15120) are diverted between June 23 and June 30.