The South Eastern Railway’s Chakradharpur Division has announced temporary disruptions to several train services between Rourkela and Bondamunda in Odisha. This is due to modernisation and safety-related track work being undertaken from April 21 to April 26, 2025.
This initiative is part of a larger project to commission multi-tracking lines, which will help improve the safety, punctuality, and overall capacity of train operations in the region.
What Kind of Work is Being Done?
The railway authorities are implementing track linking and non-interlocking operations, which are essential steps for the commissioning of new multi-tracking lines. This means the existing tracks are being modernised and additional tracks are being integrated. The goal is to:
- Improve the safety and efficiency of train operations
- Reduce delays and congestion in the future
- Strengthen infrastructure for increased rail traffic
Trains Fully Cancelled
The following trains will not run at all on the mentioned dates:
- Puri–Hatia Tapaswini Express (18452)
Cancelled on: April 20, 21, 22, 24, and 25 - Hatia–Puri Tapaswini Express (18451)
Cancelled on: April 21, 22, 23, 25, and 26 - Rourkela–Puri Express (18125)
Cancelled on: April 24 and 25 - Puri–Rourkela Express (18126)
Cancelled on: April 25 and 26 - Gunupur–Rourkela–Gunupur Rajyarani Express (18118/18117)
Cancelled from Gunupur on April 24
Cancelled from Rourkela on April 25
Trains Partially Cancelled (Shortened Routes)
Some trains will operate on a shortened route, not reaching their final destination:
- Kantabanji/Titilagarh–Howrah Ispat Express (22862/12872)
Will run only up to Jharsuguda from April 21 to 26 and return from there. - Howrah–Kantabanji/Titilagarh Ispat Express (22861/12871)
Will run only up to Tatanagar and return from there. - Sambalpur–Gorakhpur–Sambalpur Maurya Express (15028/15027)
Cancelled entirely on April 21 and 25
15027 Sambalpur–Chakradharpur segment cancelled on April 23 and 26 - Rourkela–Howrah Express (20835/20836)
Cancelled in both directions on April 25
Railways’ Advisory to Passengers
The Railways has urged passengers to check the latest updates on train schedules before planning their travel. Real-time updates are available on the official Indian Railways website and mobile apps like NTES (National Train Enquiry System).
Summary
| What | Track modernisation and multi-tracking |
|---|---|
| Where | Rourkela–Bondamunda section, Odisha |
| When | April 21–26, 2025 |
| Impact | Multiple train cancellations and route changes |
| Why | Safety upgrades and improved train operations |
