PINAKI MAJUMDAR
Jamshedpur, June 12: Rail services on the Chakradharpur Division will be affected due to track renewal work between Mahalimurup and Sini stations, prompting the cancellation of six MEMU trains.
The South Eastern Railway has undertaken a major track modernisation exercise involving the replacement of old sleepers on the down line using a Track Renewal Train (TRT) machine. The work is aimed at improving track safety, operational efficiency and train movement in the section.
TRT Block on June 13 and 14
According to railway officials, the renewal work will be carried out on June 13 and 14. To facilitate the project, a TRT block has been scheduled from 9.30 am to 1.15 pm on both days, resulting in a traffic suspension of three hours and 45 minutes.
Officials said the replacement of old sleepers will help remove existing speed restrictions on the Mahalimurup–Sini section, allowing smoother train operations and enhancing safety standards.
MEMU Trains Cancelled
Due to the maintenance block, the following MEMU services will remain cancelled:
Cancelled on June 13 and 14
- Train No. 68127 Chakulia–Tatanagar MEMU
- Train No. 68125 Tatanagar–Barbil MEMU
Cancelled on June 13 and 14
- Train No. 68126 Barbil–Tatanagar MEMU
- Train No. 68128 Tatanagar–Chakulia MEMU
Cancelled on June 13
- Train No. 68044 Rourkela–Tatanagar MEMU
- Train No. 68043 Tatanagar–Rourkela MEMU
Passengers Advised to Check Train Status
The Railways has advised passengers, especially daily commuters, to check the latest train status before starting their journey and make alternative travel arrangements if required.
While the temporary disruption may inconvenience passengers, railway officials said the track renewal project will contribute to faster, safer and more reliable rail services in the long term.