Western Railway Update: Trains rescheduled due to non-interlocking work in Udhna-Chalthan section
Western Railway has announced a traffic and power block from May 13 to May 15, 2026, in the Udhna-Chalthan section. This block is necessary for the commissioning of the Automatic Block Signaling (ADB) system. The work will take place at Udhna, Niyal, and Chalthan stations to improve train movement and operational efficiency on the route.
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Which trains are rescheduled and by how much time
Several express and special trains will run late due to this technical work. The delays range from 1 hour to 2 hours depending on the train and date. Passengers are advised to check their updated timings before leaving for the station.
| Date | Train Number | Train Name | Delay |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 May 2026 | 22210 | Nizamuddin-Mumbai Central Express | 2 Hours |
| 12 May 2026 | 12472 | SV Katra-Bandra Terminus Express | 2 Hours |
| 13 May 2026 | 09075 | Mumbai Central-Kathgodam Special | 1 Hour |
| 13 May 2026 | 09005 | Bandra Terminus-Bhiwani Special | 1 Hour |
| 13 May 2026 | 19426 | Nandurbar-Borivali Express | 1 Hour |
| 13 May 2026 | 20920 | Ekta Nagar-Chennai Express | 2 Hours |
| 15 May 2026 | 04156 | Udhna-Subedarganj Special | 1 Hour |
Other train cancellations and short terminations
Apart from delays, some trains will be partially cancelled or end their journey early. Train 12935 Bandra-Surat Express will run only up to Navsari on May 13. Train 09055 Bandra-Udhna Special will now end at Bilimora instead of Udhna. Additionally, the Tapti Ganga Express (19046) will be short-terminated at Chalthan station.
Long-distance trains like Chennai-Ahmedabad and Kakinada-Hisar may face delays of 30 to 40 minutes. Trains running between Bandra-Delhi Sarai Rohilla and Dadar-Porbandar could be delayed by approximately two and a half hours. For detailed information, passengers can visit www.enquiry.indianrail.gov.in.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Why are trains being delayed in the Udhna-Chalthan section?
The delays are due to non-interlocking work for the commissioning of the Automatic Block Signaling (ADB) system to improve operational efficiency.
Which trains are facing the maximum delay?
Bandra-Delhi Sarai Rohilla and Dadar-Porbandar trains may face delays of around 2.5 hours, while others like Ekta Nagar-Chennai are delayed by 2 hours.