Raipur: Passengers planning long‑haul journeys in December should note a series of temporary service suspensions. Ongoing non‑interlocking work will lead to the cancellation of six express trains on predetermined days.

Hyderabad‑Raxaul Express

The south‑to‑north corridor will see the following interruptions:

  • Train 17005 Hyderabad‑Raxaul Express – not running on December 10.
  • Train 17006 Raxaul‑Hyderabad Express – will skip departure on December 13.

Travelers with bookings on these dates are advised to verify the latest train status and modify their plans as needed.

Tirupati‑Raxaul Services

Non‑interlocking activities also impact the Tirupati‑Raxaul line:

  • Train 17433 Tirupati‑Raxaul Express – cancelled on December 7 and 14.
  • Train 17434 Raxaul‑Tirupati Express – cancelled on December 10 and 17.

Vasco Da Gama‑Jasidih Express

The coastal‑to‑inland service will be disrupted as follows:

  • Train 17321 Vasco Da Gama‑Jasidih Express – cancelled on December 11.
  • Train 17322 Jasidih‑Vasco Da Gama Express – will not depart from its origin on December 14.

Confirm Train Status Before You Travel

Railway authorities urge passengers to double‑check the operational status of their trains, even with a confirmed ticket. Real‑time updates are available through the railway helpline 139, the National Train Enquiry System (NTES), the official railway website, and the mobile app.

Verifying the latest information before heading to the station can spare travelers from unexpected inconvenience.