Bhubaneswar: Due to heavy rainfall, the states of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana are currently experiencing severe flooding. The natural disaster has led to the unfortunate loss of nine lives, while approximately 17,000 people have been evacuated to safer locations. The impact of the flood has been widespread, particularly affecting train services across both states.
Several railway lines have been submerged, making train movement impossible in many areas. As a result, train operations have been severely disrupted. According to the East Coast Railway, a total of 21 trains passing through or connecting various parts of these two states have been affected. Out of these, nine trains have been cancelled for today, causing inconvenience to passengers.
Here is a list of the trains that have been cancelled:
- Bhubaneswar-Secunderabad Visakha Express (17015): This train, which was scheduled to depart from Bhubaneswar today, has been cancelled due to the ongoing flood situation.
- Bhubaneswar-Bangalore Prashanti Express (18463): This popular train, which connects Bhubaneswar with Bangalore, will not be operating today.
- Bhubaneswar-Mumbai Konark Express: Passengers travelling from Bhubaneswar to Mumbai on the Konark Express will need to make alternate arrangements as the train has been cancelled.
- Sambalpur-Nanded Express (20805): This train was scheduled to begin its journey from Sambalpur today but has also been cancelled due to waterlogged tracks.
- Howrah-Secunderabad Falaknuma Express (12703): The train that connects Howrah and Secunderabad has been cancelled due to the severe weather conditions.
- Howrah-Bangalore Superfast Express (22863): This Superfast Express train, which was set to travel from Howrah to Bangalore, will not be operational today.
- Shalimar-Hyderabad East Coast Express (18045): The train from Shalimar to Hyderabad has been cancelled as well.
- Tatanagar-Ernakulam Express (18189): Passengers travelling from Tatanagar to Ernakulam will need to look for alternate options as this train has been cancelled.
- Visakhapatnam-Machilipatnam Train: This local train has also been cancelled due to the prevailing flood situation.
The railway authorities are constantly monitoring the situation and are urging passengers to stay updated through official channels regarding train cancellations and rescheduling. Passengers are advised to check the latest status of their trains before heading to the stations.
The heavy rains, which triggered the floods, have not only caused havoc in the states of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana but have also disrupted the lives of thousands of people. The Indian government, along with state authorities, is conducting relief operations to ensure the safety of those affected.
This train cancellation announcement adds to the ongoing challenges posed by the extreme weather conditions. The floodwaters have disrupted regular life, forcing the cancellation of essential services, including rail transport. The railway department has been working around the clock to ensure the safety of passengers and restore services as soon as possible.
Relief Measures in Place
The evacuation of approximately 17,000 people from flood-affected areas is part of an extensive relief effort. Rescue teams have been deployed, and temporary shelters have been set up to provide food, medical aid, and other essentials to the displaced population. The government is closely coordinating with local agencies to address the immediate needs of those affected by the floods.
Passengers’ Safety a Priority
The decision to cancel the trains was made to ensure the safety of passengers, as floodwaters pose a significant risk to railway operations. Safety inspections of railway tracks are being conducted, and operations will resume once the tracks are declared safe for travel.
For now, passengers are urged to remain patient and cooperative during these trying times. Keeping track of announcements and updates from the railway authorities will help ensure that they remain informed about the latest developments.
In the meantime, the public is encouraged to stay cautious and avoid unnecessary travel in flood-affected regions until conditions improve.