Due to double-tracking work on the Anand-Godhra section of Vadodara railway division, some trains will be affected due to a proposed block. Additionally, several trains will be affected due to a block between Dholpur and Hetampur stations in North India. On the North Central Railway's Jhansi division, between Agra Cantt and...
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Veerangana Lakshmibai Jhansi, a block on the up and down lines between Dholpur and Hetampur stations will impact certain trains passing through the division. Six trains will operate on altered routes, while two will be partially terminated or originated. From September 8th, 10th, and 12th, the 09322 Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra-Dr. Ambedkar Nagar Express originating from Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra will run via Palwal-Mathura-Bayana-Sograi-Ruthiyai-Bina. The 19054 Muzaffarpur-Surat Express departing from Muzaffarpur on September 8th and 15th will run via Etawah-Bhind-Gwalior. On September 12th, the 19045 Gorakhpur-Okha Express will run via Etawah-Bhind-Gwalior. From September 7th, 9th, 11th, 14th, and 16th, the 09321 Dr. Ambedkar Nagar-Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra Special will operate via Bina-Ruthiyai-Sograi-Bayana-Mathura-Palwal. The 19053 Surat-Muzaffarpur Express leaving Surat on September 13th will take the Gwalior-Bhind-Etawah route. On September 8th and 15th, the 19046 Okha-Gorakhpur Express departing from Okha will run via Gwalior-Bhind-Etawah. In a separate incident on the Vadodara division, two trains will be canceled and two others will have their routes adjusted. The 09131 Anand-Godhra Special will be canceled from September 11th to 30th. The 09132 Godhra-Anand Special will be canceled from September 11th to 30th. On September 11th, 18th, and 25th, the 19319 will follow an altered route via Geratpur-Anand-Bajwa-Chhayapuri-Godhra. From September 15th to 29th, the 20936 Indore-Gandhidham Express will travel via Godhra-Chhayapuri-Bajwa-Anand-Geratpur.

Western Railway will run a special train between Vapi and Danapur, with an extension to Bhestan. Train No. 09063 will run from Vapi to Danapur every Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday, departing at 22:00 hrs and arriving at 08:00 hrs the third day. The train will operate from June 14th to July...
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13th, 2024. The return journey, Train No. 09064 from Danapur to Bhestan, will depart every Thursday, Sunday, and Monday at 11:00 hrs and reach Bhestan at 23:30 hrs the next day. This train will operate from June 16th to July 15th, 2024. The train will halt at Udhna, Kim, Bharuch, Vadodara, Godhra, Dahod, Ratlam, Nagda, Ujjain, Sant Hirdaram Nagar, Bina, Damoh, Katni, Maihar, Satna, Manikpur, Prayagraj Chheoki, Pt. Deen Dayal Upadhyaya, Buxar, and Ara stations in both directions. Train No. 09063 will have additional stops at Valsad, Navsari, and Bhestan. The train consists of Sleeper Class and General Second Class coaches. Bookings for Train No. 09063 will open on June 12th, 2024 at all PRS counters and on the IRCTC website.

Western Railway is introducing a Summer Special Train between Bandra Terminus and Indore to accommodate increased passenger demand. This special train, numbered 09047/09048, will run four times, with departures from Bandra Terminus on Mondays and Wednesdays (June 3rd and 5th) at 11:50 am, arriving in Indore at 4:40 am the next...
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day. The return train, 09048, departs Indore on Sundays and Tuesdays (June 2nd and 4th) at 7:15 pm, reaching Bandra Terminus at 8:50 am the following day. This train will make stops at Borivali, Vapi, Surat, Bharuch, Vadodara, Godhra, Dahod, Ratlam, Nagda, Ujjain, and Dewas in both directions. The train consists of Sleeper Class and General Second Class coaches. Tickets are available at all PRS Counters and on the IRCTC website.

The Mission Raftar, launched five years ago, aims to increase train speeds between Mumbai and Delhi to 60 km per hour. The project is nearing completion, with track modifications, bridge reinforcements, and installation of the Kavach safety system nearing completion. Speed trials are expected in July, potentially reaching 160 km per...
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hour. The project also includes the construction of facing walls along the track. With the speed increase, travel time between Mumbai and Delhi is expected to reduce from 15-16 hours to 12 hours. The project also includes the introduction of the first Vande Bharat sleeper train on the route. The Kavach system, implemented to ensure safety at high speeds, automatically applies brakes when trains come face-to-face. The project also involved extensive track upgrades, including straightening curves, replacing tracks, and installing new power lines.

The Ratlam rail division is upgrading its infrastructure to allow trains on the Godhra-Nagda section to travel at speeds up to 160 km/h. This is part of a larger effort to modernize India's railways and improve speeds on the Mumbai-Delhi route. This project involves realigning curves, strengthening bridges, and installing protective...
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fencing. On March 3, Train Nos 09545/09546 between Ratlam and Nagda will be temporarily cancelled due to the upgrades. Once completed, the upgrades will significantly increase passenger and freight train speeds, reducing travel times for millions of people. This initiative showcases the Indian Railways' commitment to modernization and excellence, paving the way for faster, safer, and more efficient rail services across India.