Indian Railways Announces Train Cancellations, Diversion and Regulation Due to Doubling Work in Rajasthan
Four trips of Bhuj–Delhi Express cancelled in December; Haridwar–Bhavnagar Express to run on diverted route, while Rishikesh–Barmer Express will face a 45-minute delay
According to the railway administration, the changes will affect passenger services operating on important routes connecting Rajasthan with Delhi, Gujarat, Uttarakhand and other regions. Passengers travelling during the scheduled work period have been advised to check the latest train status before starting their journeys.
The changes include the cancellation of four trips of the Bhuj–Delhi Junction Express and Delhi Junction–Bhuj Express, diversion of the Haridwar–Bhavnagar Terminus Express and regulation of the Rishikesh–Barmer Express.
Bhuj–Delhi Express and Return Service Cancelled
Two express services operating between Bhuj and Delhi Junction will remain cancelled for four trips each during December 2026.
Train number 19403, Bhuj–Delhi Junction Express, will be cancelled from December 17 to December 20, 2026. A total of four scheduled trips of this train will not operate during this period.
Similarly, its return service, train number 19404, Delhi Junction–Bhuj Express, will remain cancelled from December 18 to December 21, 2026. This will also affect four scheduled trips.
The cancellation of these services may affect passengers travelling between Gujarat, Rajasthan and Delhi during the specified dates. Travellers who have booked tickets on these trains should check the applicable cancellation and refund provisions.
The details are as follows:
| Train No. | Train Route | Cancellation Period | Trips |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19403 | Bhuj–Delhi Junction | December 17–20, 2026 | 4 |
| 19404 | Delhi Junction–Bhuj | December 18–21, 2026 | 4 |
Haridwar–Bhavnagar Terminus Express to Run on Diverted Route
Indian Railways has also announced a route diversion for train number 19272, Haridwar–Bhavnagar Terminus Express, on December 19, 2026.
The train will operate through an alternative route instead of its existing route due to the ongoing infrastructure work in the Jodhpur Division.
According to the notification, the existing route of the train is:
Luni – Bhildi – Mahesana Junction (LUNI–BLDI–MSH).
The revised route will be:
Luni – Marwar Junction – Palanpur Junction – Mahesana Junction.
The diversion will change the train’s route through parts of Rajasthan and Gujarat. Passengers travelling on this service should check the revised route and applicable station details before departure.
Rishikesh–Barmer Express to Be Regulated for 45 Minutes
Apart from cancellations and diversion, one additional train service will face operational regulation.
Train number 14887, Rishikesh–Barmer Express, scheduled to commence its journey on November 22, 2026, will be regulated between Jodhpur Junction and Luni Junction.
The train will be regulated for approximately 45 minutes (0.45 hours) due to the commissioning-related work.
Passengers travelling on this service may experience a delay depending on the operational requirements and train movement arrangements.
Patch Doubling Work to Strengthen Railway Infrastructure
The operational changes have been announced in connection with the commissioning of patch doubling work at Satlana, Dudia and Dundara stations under the Jodhpur Division.
Railway doubling projects are aimed at increasing line capacity, reducing congestion and improving the movement of passenger and freight trains. The commissioning of additional railway infrastructure is also expected to provide greater operational flexibility for managing train movements.
During such infrastructure works, temporary restrictions, cancellations, diversions and regulation of train services are undertaken to facilitate safe execution and commissioning activities.
Passengers Advised to Check Train Status
The railway administration has requested passengers to obtain updated information about train operations before commencing their journeys.
Travellers can check the latest train schedules, cancellation details, diversions and running status through the National Train Enquiry System (NTES) or by calling the Indian Railways enquiry helpline 139.
Passengers with confirmed reservations on the affected services should verify the applicable operational changes to avoid inconvenience.
The railway administration has advised passengers to remain updated about the changes during the infrastructure commissioning period
