Train Services Hit by Cyclone Arnab: 20 Trains Cancelled, Two Southbound Express Trains Diverted
Jamshedpur, October 30, 2026 (Udaipur Kiran): Train services across several sections have been affected by heavy rainfall and strong winds caused by Cyclone Arnab, which originated over the Bay of Bengal. Waterlogging on railway tracks and safety concerns have prompted South Eastern Railway to modify train operations.
A total of 20 trains across different sections, including the Chakradharpur Railway Division, will remain cancelled on Friday. These include 14 major trains connected to Jharkhand routes.
14 Major Trains on Jharkhand Routes Cancelled
The following train services will remain cancelled:
- Tatanagar–Hatia–Tatanagar Express (18601/18602)
- Tatanagar–Bilaspur–Tatanagar Express (18113/18114)
- Rourkela–Tatanagar–Rourkela Express (68043/68044)
- Kharagpur–Tatanagar–Kharagpur Express (68013/68014)
- Asansol–Tatanagar–Asansol Express (68055/68056)
- Chakradharpur–Rourkela–Chakradharpur Express (68025/68026)
- Jhargram–Purulia–Jhargram Express (68023/68024)
Train Cancellations on Odisha Routes
The following services in the Odisha section will also remain suspended:
- Shalimar–Charlapalli Special (08045)
- Gunupur–Rourkela Express (18118)
- Jharsuguda–Sambalpur–Jharsuguda Express (68033/68034 and 68031/68032)
In addition, 10 other trains, including the Falaknuma Express, Howrah–Bengaluru Express and Shalimar–Vasco da Gama Express, were already cancelled.
Two Southbound Express Trains Diverted
Disruptions on the main railway routes have also led to changes in the routes of two trains heading towards South India.
- Howrah–Tiruchirappalli Express (12663): The train will run via Kharagpur, Tatanagar, Jharsuguda, Gondia and Balharshah.
- Howrah–MGR Chennai Central Coromandel Express (12841): The train will operate via Kharagpur, Tatanagar, Jharsuguda and Vizianagaram.
Passengers Advised to Check Train Status
South Eastern Railway has advised passengers to check the latest train status before leaving for the station. Travellers can use the NTES app or call the railway helpline number 139 for updates on cancellations and diverted services.
Passengers are advised to verify their train’s running status to avoid inconvenience during their journey.
FAQs
1. Why have train services been affected in Jharkhand?
Heavy rainfall and strong winds caused by Cyclone Arnab have led to waterlogging on railway tracks and safety-related concerns.
2. How many trains have been cancelled on Friday?
According to the supplied report, 20 trains across different railway sections will remain cancelled.
3. How many cancelled trains are connected to Jharkhand?
The report identifies 14 major trains connected to Jharkhand routes.
4. Is the Tatanagar–Hatia Express cancelled?
Yes. Both services of the Tatanagar–Hatia–Tatanagar Express (18601/18602) are listed among the cancelled trains.
5. Is the Tatanagar–Bilaspur Express also cancelled?
Yes. The Tatanagar–Bilaspur–Tatanagar Express (18113/18114) will remain cancelled.
6. Which South Indian trains have been diverted?
The Howrah–Tiruchirappalli Express (12663) and Howrah–MGR Chennai Central Coromandel Express (12841) have been diverted.
7. Which routes will the diverted trains follow?
Train 12663 will run via Kharagpur, Tatanagar, Jharsuguda, Gondia and Balharshah. Train 12841 will run via Kharagpur, Tatanagar, Jharsuguda and Vizianagaram.
8. How can passengers check the latest train status?
Passengers can check the NTES app or call railway helpline number 139 before travelling.
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