Cyclonic Storm Arnab: Six Trains Cancelled, Services Affected for Jharkhand Rail Passengers
Ranchi, October 27, 2026 (Udaipur Kiran): South Eastern Railway has cancelled six trains due to cyclonic storm Arnab, affecting rail passengers travelling to and from Jharkhand. The cancelled services include trains operating from Howrah, Rourkela and Secunderabad.
According to the railway announcement, the cancellations will affect different routes and dates between October 27 and November 5.
List of Six Cancelled Trains
The following trains have been cancelled as part of the precautionary measures:
| Train Number | Train Route | Cancellation Dates |
|---|---|---|
| 12704 | Secunderabad–Howrah Express | October 27 |
| 12703 | Howrah–Secunderabad Express | October 29 |
| 18005 | Howrah–Jagdalpur Express | October 27 to 30 |
| 18006 | Jagdalpur–Howrah Express | October 28 to 31 |
| 18107 | Rourkela–Jagdalpur Express | October 29 to November 4 |
| 18108 | Jagdalpur–Rourkela Express | October 30 to November 5 |
Passengers Advised to Check Train Status
The cancellations may cause inconvenience to passengers who have planned journeys on these routes. Railway authorities have advised travellers to check the latest status of their trains before leaving home.
Passengers should verify their train’s operating status and cancellation dates before travelling to the station to avoid unnecessary inconvenience.
FAQ Section
1. Why have six trains been cancelled?
South Eastern Railway has cancelled six trains due to cyclonic storm Arnab.
2. How many trains have been cancelled?
A total of six trains have been cancelled.
3. Which railway zone announced the cancellations?
South Eastern Railway announced the cancellations.
4. Has the Secunderabad–Howrah Express been cancelled?
Yes, train number 12704 has been cancelled for October 27.
5. When will the Howrah–Jagdalpur Express remain cancelled?
Train number 18005 will remain cancelled from October 27 to October 30.
6. What are the cancellation dates for the Jagdalpur–Howrah Express?
Train number 18006 will remain cancelled from October 28 to October 31.
7. Until when will the Rourkela–Jagdalpur Express remain cancelled?
Train number 18107 will remain cancelled from October 29 to November 4.
8. What should passengers do before travelling?
Passengers should check the latest train status and cancellation information before leaving for the station.
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