Storm Hits Pusa: Avadh-Assam Express Stranded Near Tracks
Severe weather has caused significant disruptions to train operations near the Khudiram Bose Pusa railway station. A heavy storm resulted in a large tree falling across the tracks, creating an immediate obstacle for several passing services and causing delays for commuters.
Impact on Train Schedules
The blockage caused by the fallen tree led to the following disruptions:
- 15910 Lalgarh-Dibrugarh Avadh-Assam Express: This train was stranded at Pusa station for approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes.
- 12566 Bihar Sampark Kranti Express: This service faced a delay of roughly 12 minutes due to the incident.
Rail authorities are currently in the process of assessing how this storm-related blockage might impact the wider railway network.
Infrastructure and Safety Concerns
This incident highlights the ongoing infrastructure challenges in the region. The Khudiram Bose Pusa and Karpoorigram railway stations have been centers of local activity and demand for improvements recently. In September 2026, local residents held protests demanding the construction of a railway overbridge to improve safety and connectivity.
These stations are part of larger redevelopment initiatives. On July 7, 2025, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw had previously announced plans for these areas, which include the construction of underpasses and foot overbridges to modernize the facilities.
The region has also faced safety issues in the recent past, including a reported fatality in June 2026 where a passenger fell from a train.
As railway officials work to clear the tracks and restore normal operations, the focus remains on addressing these recurring environmental and infrastructural hurdles to ensure smoother travel for passengers.