Cancellation of Trains Due to Upcoming Cyclone Dana
Kolkata, October 23, 2024 — In response to the impending threat posed by Cyclone Dana, the Eastern Railway has announced the cancellation of numerous train services. This precautionary measure aims to ensure the safety of passengers and staff as the cyclone approaches the eastern coast of India.
As the cyclone is expected to make landfall soon, the following trains have been officially cancelled:
Trains Cancelled on October 23, 2024:
- 12552 – Kamakhya to SMVT Bengaluru
- 18478 – Yog Nagari Rishikesh to Puri
- 22864 – SMVT Bengaluru to Howrah
- 12663 – Howrah to Tiruchchirappalli
- 12704 – Secunderabad to Howrah
- 12864 – SMVT Bengaluru to Howrah
- 22606 – Tirunelveli to Purulia
- 22824 – New Delhi to Bhubaneswar
- 06089 – MGR Chennai Central to Santragachi
- 12509 – SMVT Bengaluru to Guwahati
- 18047 – Shalimar to Vasco Da Gama
- 12868 – Pondicherry to Howrah
- 18021 – Kharagpur to Khurda Road
- 18045 – Shalimar to Hyderabad
- 08031 – Baleshwar to Bhadrak
- 08018 – Baleshwar to Kharagpur
- 18046 – Hyderabad to Shalimar
- 18451 – Hatia to Puri
- 18126 – Puri to Rourkela
- 08032 – Bhadrak to Baleshwar
- 22808 – MGR Chennai Central to Santragachi
- 18410 – Puri to Shalimar
- 22330 – Asansol to Haldia
- 20891 – Tatanagar to Brahmapur
Trains Cancelled on October 24, 2024:
- 12703 – Howrah to Secunderabad
- 12821 – Shalimar to Puri
- 08031 – Baleshwar to Bhadrak
- 18045 – Shalimar to Hyderabad
- 12073 – Howrah to Bhubaneswar
- 12277 – Howrah to Puri
- 22603 – Kharagpur to Villupuram
- 12841 – Shalimar to MGR Chennai Central
- 08412 – Bhubaneswar to Baleshwar
- 18043 – Howrah to Bhadrak
- 03230 – Patna to Puri
- 18419 – Puri to Jaynagar
- 22826 – MGR Chennai Central to Shalimar
- 18410 – Puri to Shalimar
- 18044 – Bhadrak to Howrah
- 12801 – Puri to New Delhi
- 12896 – Puri to Shalimar
- 08064 – Bhadrak to Kharagpur
- 08031 – Baleshwar to Bhadrak
- 22202 – Puri to Sealdah
- 12514 – Silchar to Secunderabad
- 08139 – Panskura to Digha
- 08135 – Mecheda to Digha
- 18046 – Hyderabad to Shalimar
- 06090 – Santragachi to MGR Chennai Central
Trains Cancelled on October 25, 2024:
- 08415 – Jaleswar to Puri
- 18021 – Kharagpur to Khurda Road
- 12282 – New Delhi to Bhubaneswar
- 08063 – Kharagpur to Bhadrak
- 08081 – Rupsa to Baripada
- 22839 – Rourkela to Bhubaneswar
- 22874 – Visakhapatnam to Digha
- 18478 – Yog Nagari Rishikesh to Puri
- 13417 – Digha to Malda Town
- 13418 – Malda Town to Digha
- 18117 – Rourkela to Gunupur
- 22897 – Howrah to Digha
- 08017 – Kharagpur to Baleshwar
The Eastern Railway has advised passengers to check the latest updates regarding their travel plans and to keep an eye on weather forecasts as the situation develops. Passengers can utilize the official railway website or app to stay informed about further cancellations or changes to train schedules.
The authorities have emphasized that the safety of passengers is of paramount importance during this weather event. Passengers are encouraged to postpone non-essential travel during this time, especially in regions likely to be affected by the cyclone.
In addition to the train cancellations, local authorities are preparing for the impact of Cyclone Dana by ensuring that necessary precautions are in place. This includes monitoring the situation closely and making provisions for emergency services to be on standby.
Residents in affected areas are urged to secure their properties, avoid unnecessary travel, and stay indoors as much as possible during the cyclone. Local weather reports indicate that strong winds and heavy rainfall are expected, and precautions should be taken to minimize risk.
As the cyclone approaches, updates will continue to be provided to ensure the safety and well-being of all travelers and residents in the affected regions.
For any assistance, passengers can reach out to railway helplines or visit their nearest railway station for information and support.
