Vande Bharat Express services halted: Delhi-Katra route suspended for 50 days¡ªcheck details

Vande Bharat Express: Indian Railways has announced the cancellation of the Vande Bharat Express running between New Delhi and Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra for 50 days due to ongoing redevelopment work at Jammu railway station. The cancellations, effective until March 6, 2025, also include other trains like Jammu Tawi-Barmer (14662), Barmer-Jammu Tawi (14661), and Gandhinagar Capital to Jammu Tawi (19223), which will now terminate at Pathankot.

Similarly, train number 19224 (Jammu Tawi to Gandhinagar Capital) will also operate from Pathankot instead of Jammu. These changes are expected to significantly impact passengers, particularly devotees traveling to Katra for darshan, as over 65 trains have been cancelled or rescheduled during this period.

Vande Bharat Express Services Suspended for 50 Days

Northern Railways has announced the suspension of the Vande Bharat Express service between New Delhi and Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra. The train will not operate from January 16 to March 6, 2025, as essential remodelling work is underway at the Jammu Tawi yard.

This suspension is part of a larger redevelopment project aimed at modernizing the Jammu railway station. While the upgrades are expected to improve facilities in the future, the ongoing work has caused significant disruptions to train services, including the cancellation and rescheduling of several routes.

Note: Passengers are advised to plan alternative travel arrangements and stay updated on schedule changes to avoid inconvenience.

Vande Bharat Express: Details of the Suspension

The Vande Bharat Express, a popular semi-high-speed train that connects the national capital to the revered Shri Mata Vaishno Devi shrine, has been halted for 50 days. The train covers a distance of 655 km in just over 8 hours, making it a preferred choice for pilgrims and tourists.

Vande Bharat Express: Impact on Passengers

Apart from the Vande Bharat Express, several other train services have also been affected:

• Jammu Tawi-Barmer (Train No. 14662) and Barmer-Jammu Tawi (Train No. 14661) have been cancelled.
• Gandhinagar Capital to Jammu Tawi (Train No. 19223) will now terminate at Pathankot.
• Jammu Tawi to Gandhinagar Capital (Train No. 19224) will originate from Pathankot instead of Jammu.

A total of 65 trains have been cancelled or rescheduled, creating challenges for passengers, especially devotees traveling to Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra.

Northern Railways¡¯ Advisory

Northern Railways has advised passengers to plan alternative travel arrangements and check updated schedules in advance. The remodelling work is essential to improve train services in the future, but it will temporarily disrupt travel plans.

About the Vande Bharat Express

The New Delhi-Katra Vande Bharat Express, launched in October 2019, is known for its speed and comfort. It has been a preferred mode of travel for thousands of passengers, offering scheduled stops at Ambala Cantonment, Ludhiana Junction, Pathankot Cantonment, and Jammu Tawi.

While the cancellation is inconvenient for passengers, the ongoing redevelopment aims to provide better services in the long run. Travelers are urged to stay updated with the latest train schedules and plan their journeys accordingly.

FAQs

1. Why has the Vande Bharat Express been cancelled?

Answer: The train has been cancelled from January 16 to March 6, 2025, due to remodelling work at the Jammu Tawi yard as part of station redevelopment.

2. Which route is affected by the Vande Bharat Express suspension

Answer: The New Delhi to Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra route is affected, with services suspended for 50 days.

3. Are other trains impacted by this work?

Answer: Yes, over 65 trains have been cancelled or rescheduled, including Jammu Tawi-Barmer, Barmer-Jammu Tawi, and some Gandhinagar Capital-Jammu Tawi trains.

4. Will trains operate from Jammu during this period?

Answer: Some trains, like 19223 and 19224, will terminate or originate from Pathankot instead of Jammu. Passengers should check updated schedules.

5. How should passengers plan their travel?

Answer: Passengers are advised to make alternative arrangements and stay updated on schedule changes to avoid inconvenience.

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