Raipur: Passengers planning long‑haul journeys this month should note upcoming schedule changes. Planned non‑interlocking maintenance will result in the suspension of six express services on particular days.

Hyderabad‑Raxaul Express

The south‑to‑north corridor will be impacted as follows:

  • Train 17005 Hyderabad‑Raxaul Express – not running on December 10.
  • Train 17006 Raxaul‑Hyderabad Express – service omitted on December 13.

Travelers with tickets for these dates are advised to verify the latest train status and modify their plans if necessary.

Tirupati‑Raxaul Services

Non‑interlocking work also disrupts the Tirupati‑Raxaul line:

  • Train 17433 Tirupati‑Raxaul Express – cancelled on December 7 and 14.
  • Train 17434 Raxaul‑Tirupati Express – cancelled on December 10 and 17.

Vasco Da Gama‑Jasidih Express

The coastal‑to‑inland service will see these interruptions:

  • Train 17321 Vasco Da Gama‑Jasidih Express – not operating on December 11.
  • Train 17322 Jasidih‑Vasco Da Gama Express – will not depart from its origin on December 14.

Check Train Status Before You Depart

Railway authorities urge passengers to confirm the operational status of their trains, even with a confirmed reservation. Real‑time updates are available through the railway helpline 139, the National Train Enquiry System (NTES), the official railway website, and the mobile app.

Verifying the latest information before reaching the station can spare travelers from unexpected inconvenience.