These trains will remain closed till January 10, 2025! See the complete list and know the effect – StudyToper

Indian Railways has made major changes in the operation of many important trains. Many trains have been cancelled, some have been diverted, and some have been rescheduled. These changes have been made mainly due to the development works of Railways, weather conditions and upcoming festivals. Passengers are advised to check train status before planning their journey.

In this article, we will tell you which trains will remain closed till January 10, 2025, what changes have been made in their routes, and what effect these changes will have on passengers. Besides, we will also give you some important tips by following which you can complete your journey smoothly.

Train Cancellation Overview

Here’s a brief overview that provides key information about train cancellations:

Complete list of canceled trains

The following trains will remain completely canceled till 10 January 2025:

1. Train No. 12511 Gorakhpur-Thiruvananthapuram North Raptisagar Express
2. Train No. 12512 Thiruvananthapuram North-Gorakhpur Raptisagar Express
3. Train No. 12521 Barauni-Ernakulam Raptisagar Express
4. Train No. 12522 Ernakulam-Barauni Raptisagar Express
5. Train No. 01927 Kanpur Central-Madurai Festival Special
6. Train No. 01928 Madurai-Kanpur Central Festival Special
7. Train No. 02122 Jabalpur-Madurai Superfast Special
8. Train No. 02121 Madurai-Jabalpur Superfast Special
9. Train No. 03325 Dhanbad-Coimbatore Express
10. Train No. 03326 Coimbatore-Dhanbad Express

diverted trains

The routes of some trains have been changed. Here is their list:

1. Train No. 14223 Rajgir-Varanasi Buddhapurnima Express
   • New route: Patna-Buxar-Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhyay Junction
3. Train No. 14224 Varanasi-Rajgir Buddhapurnima Express
   • New route: Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhyay Junction-Buxar-Patna
5. Train No. 18623 Islampur-Hatia Express
   • New route: Patna-Islampur-Tilaiya-Paimar-Bandhua
7. Train No. 18624 Hatia-Islampur Express
   • New route: Bandhua-Paimar-Tilaiya-Islampur-Patna
9. Train No. 03253 Patna-Secunderabad Special Train
   • New route: Patna-Jhajha-Pradhankhanta-Dhanbad

Reasons for cancellation

There are several reasons behind the cancellation and diversion of trains:

1. Railway Development Work: Upgradation and repair work is going on at many stations.
2. Weather conditions: Train operations are being affected due to heavy snowfall and fog in some areas.
3. Safety reasons: Safety checks and upgrading work is underway on some routes.
4. Improvement in passenger facilities: Work is being done to improve passenger facilities at many stations.
5. Festive Season: Some special arrangements have been made in view of the upcoming festivals.

impact on passengers

Cancellation and diversion of trains will have the following impact on passengers:

1. Change in travel plans: Many travelers may have to change their travel plans.
2. Additional time: Traveling via alternate routes may take longer.
3. Ticket Refund: Tickets for canceled trains will have to be refunded.
4. Overcrowding: There may be extra crowding in running trains.
5. Increase in expenses: Some passengers may have to use alternative transportation modes, which may increase expenses.

Tips for travelers

If you’re planning to travel during this period, follow these tips:

1. Check in advance: Check your train status before travelling.
2. Make an alternative plan: Have a backup plan ready.
3. Reach on time: Reach the station on time.
4. Stay updated: Get latest information on Railways’ official website and app.
5. Use the helpline: For any problem use the railway helpline 139.

List of special trains

Railways has decided to run some special trains which will replace the canceled trains:

1. Special Train No. 04489/04490: Patna-Thiruvananthapuram-Patna (Weekly)
2. Special Train No. 04491/04492: Gorakhpur-Kochi-Gorakhpur (Weekly)
3. Special Train No. 04493/04494: Dhanbad-Bengaluru-Dhanbad (Weekly)

Refund Process

If your train is cancelled, you can get a refund in the following ways:

1. Online Refund: Through IRCTC website or app
2. PRS Counter: By visiting the nearest railway station
3. Automatic Refunds: In some cases the refund will be automatically credited to your account

important notes

• All passengers are requested to check the status of the train before travelling.
• Railways is releasing updates from time to time, so keep checking official sources for latest information.
• Railways has apologized to the passengers for any inconvenience and has appealed for their cooperation.

Disclaimer

This information has been prepared on the basis of information available till December 31, 2024. There may be sudden changes in the status of trains. Passengers are advised to check the official website of Railways or contact the helpline for latest information before travelling. The information provided in this article is for general guidance only and should not be construed as legal or professional advice.