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:

1. 12552 – Kamakhya to SMVT Bengaluru
2. 18478 – Yog Nagari Rishikesh to Puri
3. 22864 – SMVT Bengaluru to Howrah
4. 12663 – Howrah to Tiruchchirappalli
5. 12704 – Secunderabad to Howrah
6. 12864 – SMVT Bengaluru to Howrah
7. 22606 – Tirunelveli to Purulia
8. 22824 – New Delhi to Bhubaneswar
9. 06089 – MGR Chennai Central to Santragachi
10. 12509 – SMVT Bengaluru to Guwahati
11. 18047 – Shalimar to Vasco Da Gama
12. 12868 – Pondicherry to Howrah
13. 18021 – Kharagpur to Khurda Road
14. 18045 – Shalimar to Hyderabad
15. 08031 – Baleshwar to Bhadrak
16. 08018 – Baleshwar to Kharagpur
17. 18046 – Hyderabad to Shalimar
18. 18451 – Hatia to Puri
19. 18126 – Puri to Rourkela
20. 08032 – Bhadrak to Baleshwar
21. 22808 – MGR Chennai Central to Santragachi
22. 18410 – Puri to Shalimar
23. 22330 – Asansol to Haldia
24. 20891 – Tatanagar to Brahmapur

Trains Cancelled on October 24, 2024:

1. 12703 – Howrah to Secunderabad
2. 12821 – Shalimar to Puri
3. 08031 – Baleshwar to Bhadrak
4. 18045 – Shalimar to Hyderabad
5. 12073 – Howrah to Bhubaneswar
6. 12277 – Howrah to Puri
7. 22603 – Kharagpur to Villupuram
8. 12841 – Shalimar to MGR Chennai Central
9. 08412 – Bhubaneswar to Baleshwar
10. 18043 – Howrah to Bhadrak
11. 03230 – Patna to Puri
12. 18419 – Puri to Jaynagar
13. 22826 – MGR Chennai Central to Shalimar
14. 18410 – Puri to Shalimar
15. 18044 – Bhadrak to Howrah
16. 12801 – Puri to New Delhi
17. 12896 – Puri to Shalimar
18. 08064 – Bhadrak to Kharagpur
19. 08031 – Baleshwar to Bhadrak
20. 22202 – Puri to Sealdah
21. 12514 – Silchar to Secunderabad
22. 08139 – Panskura to Digha
23. 08135 – Mecheda to Digha
24. 18046 – Hyderabad to Shalimar
25. 06090 – Santragachi to MGR Chennai Central

Trains Cancelled on October 25, 2024:

1. 08415 – Jaleswar to Puri
2. 18021 – Kharagpur to Khurda Road
3. 12282 – New Delhi to Bhubaneswar
4. 08063 – Kharagpur to Bhadrak
5. 08081 – Rupsa to Baripada
6. 22839 – Rourkela to Bhubaneswar
7. 22874 – Visakhapatnam to Digha
8. 18478 – Yog Nagari Rishikesh to Puri
9. 13417 – Digha to Malda Town
10. 13418 – Malda Town to Digha
11. 18117 – Rourkela to Gunupur
12. 22897 – Howrah to Digha
13. 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.