104 Train Services to Be Affected from November 27 to December 17 Due to Jharsuguda Yard Work
Ranchi, November 12, 2026 (Udaipur Kiran): Passengers travelling on trains passing through Jharkhand may face disruptions during the last week of November and throughout December. South Eastern Railway’s Chakradharpur Division will undertake yard remodelling and non-interlocking work at Jharsuguda Passenger Yard, affecting train operations between November 27 and December 17, 2026.
According to the railway notification, 104 train services will be cancelled on different dates during this period. Several other trains will operate on diverted routes, while some services will run only up to intermediate stations instead of their scheduled destinations.
The changes are likely to affect passengers travelling through Tatanagar, Hatia, Ranchi and other parts of Jharkhand. Travellers from Bihar, Jharkhand, West Bengal, Odisha, Chhattisgarh and Maharashtra may also need to revise their travel plans.
Why Are 104 Train Services Being Cancelled?
The Chakradharpur Division will carry out infrastructure development work at Jharsuguda Passenger Yard. The project includes pre-non-interlocking and non-interlocking activities involving technical changes to the signalling system and railway operations.
To facilitate the work, the railway has decided to cancel, divert and partially operate several trains on different dates.
Tatanagar and Hatia Trains Cancelled
Several important trains originating from Tatanagar and Hatia will remain cancelled on specific dates.
| Train number and name | Cancellation dates |
|---|---|
| 18109/18110 Tatanagar-Itwari Express | November 29 and December 1–16 |
| 18113 Tatanagar-Bilaspur Express | December 4, 5 and 7–15 |
| 18114 Bilaspur-Tatanagar Express | December 5, 6 and 8–16 |
| 22846 Hatia-Pune Express | December 7 and 11 |
| 22845 Pune-Hatia Express | December 9 and 13 |
| 18641 Hatia-Durg Express | December 8 and 10 |
| 18642 Durg-Hatia Express | December 9 and 11 |
| 12812 Hatia-LTT Express | December 11 and 12 |
| 12811 LTT-Hatia Express | December 13 and 14 |
Passengers planning to travel on these trains should check their train’s operating status for the relevant dates before making their journey.
Bihar and Long-Distance Train Services Also Affected
Several long-distance trains connecting Bihar, Jharkhand and southern India will also be affected.
| Train number and name | Cancellation dates |
|---|---|
| 17007 Charlapalli-Darbhanga Express | November 28; December 5, 8 and 12 |
| 17008 Darbhanga-Charlapalli Express | December 1, 8, 11 and 15 |
| 17433 Tirupati-Raxaul Express | December 7 and 14 |
| 17434 Raxaul-Tirupati Express | December 10 and 17 |
| 17005 Hyderabad-Raxaul Express | December 10 |
| 17006 Raxaul-Hyderabad Express | December 13 |
| 22358 Gaya-LTT Express | December 9 |
| 22357 LTT-Gaya Express | December 11 |
Utkal Express to Run on a Diverted Route
Apart from cancellations, the railway has also announced route diversions for the Utkal Express services.
- 18478 Yog Nagari Rishikesh-Puri Utkal Express: Will run on a diverted route on November 28, December 5 and December 7–14.
- 18477 Puri-Yog Nagari Rishikesh Utkal Express: Will run on a diverted route from December 6 to 15.
The trains will operate via Ib-Jharsuguda Road-Sambalpur City-Angul-Cuttack instead of their regular route.
As a result, stoppages at some stations on the regular route may be affected.
South Bihar Express to Terminate at Rourkela
The operation of the Ara-Durg South Bihar Express will also be partially affected.
- 13288 Ara-Durg Express: On November 28 and December 4–15, the train will terminate at Rourkela. Its service between Rourkela and Durg will remain cancelled.
- 13287 Durg-Ara Express: On November 29 and December 5–16, the train will originate from Rourkela. Its service between Durg and Rourkela will remain cancelled.
Passengers travelling between Jharkhand and Chhattisgarh should take note of these changes and make alternative arrangements if required.
How to Check Train Status Before Travelling
As the changes will apply on different dates, passengers are advised to verify their train’s latest status before booking tickets or leaving for the station.
Passengers can use the following options:
- NTES App: Enter the train number on the National Train Enquiry System app or the official railway website to check operational updates.
- Railway Helpline 139: Contact the railway helpline for information about cancellations, diversions and other changes.
- IRCTC: Check ticket status and travel-related updates through the IRCTC platform.
- Station Enquiry Counters: Confirm the latest information at the enquiry counter of the concerned railway station.
The railway has undertaken the work to complete essential technical and infrastructure improvements at Jharsuguda Passenger Yard. Passengers are advised to check the latest train information before starting their journey.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Why will train services be affected between November 27 and December 17, 2026?
Train operations will be affected due to yard remodelling, pre-non-interlocking and non-interlocking work at Jharsuguda Passenger Yard under Chakradharpur Division.
2. How many train services will be cancelled?
A total of 104 train services have been announced for cancellation on different dates during the work period.
3. Which Tatanagar trains will be cancelled?
The affected services include the Tatanagar-Itwari Express, Tatanagar-Bilaspur Express and Bilaspur-Tatanagar Express.
4. Will trains from Hatia also be affected?
Yes. The Hatia-Pune, Pune-Hatia, Hatia-Durg, Durg-Hatia, Hatia-LTT and LTT-Hatia Express services will face cancellations on specified dates.
5. Will the Utkal Express operate on its regular route?
No. The Yog Nagari Rishikesh-Puri and Puri-Yog Nagari Rishikesh Utkal Express services will operate on a diverted route on specified dates via Ib, Jharsuguda Road, Sambalpur City, Angul and Cuttack.
6. What changes have been announced for the South Bihar Express?
The Ara-Durg Express will terminate at Rourkela on specified dates, while the Durg-Ara Express will originate from Rourkela. Their services between Rourkela and Durg will remain cancelled on those dates.
7. How can passengers check whether their train is cancelled or diverted?
Passengers can check the NTES app, the official railway website, IRCTC or contact railway helpline 139.
8. Will the railway work affect passengers travelling through Jharkhand?
Yes. Passengers travelling through Tatanagar, Hatia, Ranchi and other parts of Jharkhand may be affected, along with travellers from neighbouring states and other regions.