Big news for travellers.! Just before the festive season of Poila Boishakh and Ambedkar Jayanti, Indian Railways has dropped a bombshell—several long-distance trains from Howrah, Shalimar and Santragachi are cancelled. If you’ve booked tickets for a quick getaway, this might throw a wrench in your plans.!

Details & Context

With holidays lining up—Saturday, Sunday, Ambedkar Jayanti and Poila Boishakh—many people were gearing up for a 4-day escape. But here’s the twist: Indian Railways has cancelled a bunch of trains due to maintenance work like fixing railway tracks and overbridges, especially those passing through Chhattisgarh. Stations like Howrah, Shalimar and Santragachi are hit hard, leaving passengers scrambling for options.

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Here’s the list of cancelled trains

- Santragachi-Jabalpur Express (20828): Cancelled on April 6th and 23rd.

- Jabalpur-Santragachi Express (20827): Cancelled on April 17th and 24th.

- Santragachi-Pune Express (20822): Cancelled on April 12th and 19th.

- Pune-Santragachi Express (20821): Cancelled on April 14th and 21st.

- Howrah-Mumbai Express (12870): Cancelled on April 11th and 18th.

- Mumbai-Howrah Express (12869): Cancelled on April 13th and 20th.

- LTT-Shalimar Express (12151): Cancelled on April 9th, 10th, 16th and 17th.

- Shalimar-LTT Express (12152): Cancelled on April 11th, 12th, 18th and 19th.

And the list goes on—check the full schedule below for more.!

Quotes

A railway official said

“These cancellations are necessary for safety and upgrades. We apologize for the inconvenience and urge passengers to check updates before traveling.”

Additional Information

Other cancelled trains include popular routes like Howrah-Pune Duronto Express, Mumbai-Howrah Gitanjali Express and Shalimar-Porbandar Express. The cancellations span from April 6th to April 24th, 2025 affecting travel plans across West Bengal, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh and beyond. Passengers are advised to double-check their train status on the Indian Railways website or app.

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Impact Analysis

This move could disrupt holiday plans for thousands. With tickets already booked, people might face higher bus fares or flight costs. Small businesses relying on tourist traffic during Poila Boishakh may also take a hit. On the flip side, these upgrades promise smoother and safer journeys in the future.

The railway’s big announcement has left travellers in a fix right before the festive buzz. Whether you’re heading to Pune, Mumbai or Jabalpur, it’s time to rethink your plans. Stay updated and plan smart.!

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