Trains Will Remain Cancelled from April 2: Railways Releases List

Balasahana Suresh
Indian Railways has announced that several train services will be cancelled from 📅 2 April 2026 due to major maintenance and repair work on the ganga Bridge near Kanpur. Passengers planning travel from that date onward are advised to check train status before departure to avoid inconvenience.

📌 Why Are Trains Being Cancelled?

  • A significant repair project on the railway bridge over the ganga River near Kanpur will begin on 2 April.
  • The maintenance work is expected to continue for several weeks (about 40 days), during which train services on the Lucknow–Kanpur section will be affected.
  • As a result, multiple express and passenger trains along this busy route have been cancelled or diverted to maintain safety and smooth operations during the infrastructure upgrade.
📋 Main Trains Cancelled Starting april 2

Below is a snapshot of trains affected (subject to updates by the Railways):

🚫 Cancelled Services:

  • Several passenger and express trains between kanpur and lucknow routes
  • Trains crossing the Ganga Bridge near Kanpur that normally operate daily or weekly
  • Other long‑distance services that use this section as part of their route
(Note: Railways may release a detailed list of train numbers/routes on official portals and notices at stations — check irctc or the zonal railways website for the most accurate updated list.)

🧳 What Passengers Should Do

✔️ Before You Travel

  • Verify train status on the IRCTC app or indian Railways enquiry system before starting your journey.
  • Look for cancellation or diversion notices under your specific train number.
  • If your train is cancelled, consider rescheduling or requesting refunds through the official app or railway counters.
✔️ Find Alternate Options

  • Choose alternate trains that do not use the Kanpur–Lucknow ganga Bridge section.
  • Buses or road transport may be options for short distances between major cities.
  • Some trains may be diverted on longer routes; always confirm details before departure.
✔️ Ticket and Refund Guidelines

  • If your confirmed ticket is affected due to cancellation, indian Railways policy allows full refunds without penalty.
🗓 Duration of Cancellations

Railway officials have indicated that the bridge repair and related maintenance could last about 40 days, meaning trains on this section may continue to remain affected through most of april and early May.

📍 Final Notes

  • Always rely on official sources: indian Railways announcements, irctc updates, SMS alerts, or station notices.
  • Altered train schedules can affect connecting trains or long‑distance travel plans, so check before booking or traveling.
 

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