With Cyclone Dana nearing landfall, the East Coast Railway (ECoR) has announced the cancellation of 178 trains on October 23, 24, and 25 to ensure the safety of passengers. This precautionary measure is in response to the expected severe weather conditions that are forecasted to hit Odisha and parts of West Bengal. Heavy rain, strong winds, and potential flooding are expected to disrupt daily life and transport services significantly.
Major Disruptions in Train Services
The East Coast Railway has announced the cancellation of several important train routes connecting key cities. These include the Howrah-Secunderabad Express, Shalimar-Puri Super Fast Express, New Delhi-Bhubaneswar Express, and Howrah-Puri Super Fast Express, among others.
Passengers are advised to check the updated list of train cancellations and make alternate travel arrangements if necessary.
Detailed List of Cancelled Trains
Here is the complete list of canceled trains over the three days due to Cyclone Dana’s landfall:
October 23, 2024:
➔ Train No. 17016 (Secunderabad to Bhubaneswar)
➔ Train No. 12840 (Chennai Central to Howrah)
➔ Train No. 12868 (Puducherry to Howrah)
➔ Train No. 22826 (Chennai Central to Shalimar)
➔ Train No. 12897 (Puducherry to Bhubaneswar)
➔ Train No. 18464 (SBC to Bhubaneswar)
➔ Train No. 11019 (CSURATM to Bhubaneswar)
➔ Train No. 12509 (Bangalore to Guwahati)
➔ Train No. 18046 (Hyderabad to Howrah)
➔ Train No. 22503 (Kanyakumari to Dibrugarh)
➔ Train No. 22973 (Gandhidham to Puri)
➔ Train No. 22888 (Bangalore to Howrah)
➔ Train No. 03429 (Secunderabad to Malda Town)
➔ Train No. 12864 (Yesvantpur to Howrah)
➔ Train No. 06087 (Tirunelveli to Shalimar)
➔ Train No. 09059 (Surat to Brahmapur)
October 24, 2024:
➔ Train No. 08442 (Brahmapur to Bhubaneswar)
➔ Train No. 20842 (Visakhapatnam to Bhubaneswar)
➔ Train No. 22874 (Visakhapatnam to Digha)
➔ Train No. 18118 (Gunupur to Rourkela)
➔ Train No. 22820 (Visakhapatnam to Bhubaneswar)
➔ Train No. 08532 (Visakhapatnam to Brahmapur)
➔ Train No. 12842 (Chennai Central to Howrah)
➔ Train No. 22808 (Chennai Central to Santragachhi)
➔ Train No. 15227 (Bangalore to Muzaffarpur)
➔ Train No. 20838 (Junagarh Road to Bhubaneswar)
➔ Train No. 18448 (Jagdalpur to Bhubaneswar)
➔ Train No. 08534 (Palasa to Cuttack)
➔ Train No. 06095 (Tambaram to Santragachhi)
➔ Train No. 12246 (Bangalore to Howrah)
➔ Train No. 08444 (Palasa to Bhubaneswar)
➔ Train No. 12893 (Bhubaneswar to Sonepur)
➔ Train No. 08441 (Bhubaneswar to Brahmapur)
➔ Train No. 18419 (Puri to Jayanagar)
➔ Train No. 18304 (Puri to Sambalpur)
➔ Train No. 12892 (Puri to Bangiriposi)
➔ Train No. 08428 (Puri to Angul)
➔ Train No. 08414 (Puri to Talcher)
➔ Train No. 12843 (Puri to Ahmedabad)
➔ Train No. 08423 (Puri to Daspalla)
➔ Train No. 17479 (Puri to TPTY)
➔ Train No. 18425 (Puri to Durg)
➔ Train No. 22202 (Puri to Sealdah)
➔ Train No. 18421 (Puri to Sonepur)
➔ Train No. 12838 (Puri to Howrah)
➔ Train No. 18452 (Puri to Hatia)
➔ Train No. 18477 (Puri to Rishikesh)
➔ Train No. 12801 (Puri to New Delhi)
➔ Train No. 12896 (Puri to Shalimar)
➔ Train No. 18410 (Puri to Shalimar)
➔ Train No. 20823 (Puri to Ajmer)
➔ Train No. 08404 (Puri to Khurda Road)
➔ Train No. 18022 (Khurda Road to Kharagpur)
➔ Train No. 08456 (Khurda Road to Kendujhargarh)
➔ Train No. 08446 (Paradeep to Cuttack)
➔ Train No. 12074 (Bhubaneswar to Howrah)
➔ Train No. 20836 (VB) (Puri to Rourkela)
October 25, 2024:
➔ Train No. 12074 (Bhubaneswar to Howrah)
➔ Train No. 12893 (Bhubaneswar to Sonepur)
➔ Train No. 22823 (Bhubaneswar to New Delhi Rajdhani)
➔ Train No. 18126 (Puri to Rourkela)
➔ Train No. 08475 (Puri to Nizamuddin)
➔ Train No. 20836 (VB) (Puri to Rourkela)
➔ Train No. 12278 (Puri to Howrah)
➔ Train No. 18416/18414 (Puri to Barbil-Paradeep)
➔ Train No. 08432 (Puri to Cuttack)
➔ Train No. 12822 (Puri to Shalimar)
➔ Train No. 12875 (Puri to Anand Vihar)
➔ Train No. 08410 (Puri to Khurda Road)
➔ Train No. 08422 (Gunupur to Cuttack)
➔ Train No. 18417 (Puri to Gunupur)
➔ Train No. 18038 (Jajpur Keonjhar Road to Kharagpur)
➔ Train No. 08454 (Cuttack to Bhadrak)
➔ Train No. 08438 (Cuttack to Bhadrak)
➔ Train No. 08462 (Paradeep to Cuttack)
➔ Train No. 08406 (Paradeep to Kendujhargarh)
➔ Train No. 08032 (Bhadrak to Baleswar)
➔ Train No. 18044 (Bhadrak to Howrah)
Impact of Cyclone Dana on Daily Life
Odisha and West Bengal have been put on high alert due to the cyclone’s impending arrival. The state government has ordered the closure of all schools, colleges, and universities in 14 districts until October 25. Emergency services are fully prepared, with 17 ODRAF teams deployed in 10 districts across Odisha. Additionally, 10 NDRF teams have been requested from the central government to assist with evacuation and rescue efforts.
Recommendations for Travelers
For passengers affected by the train cancellations, it is recommended to:
➔ Check for the latest updates regarding your train’s status
➔ Consider postponing non-essential travel
➔ Stay updated with weather and travel advisories through the Indian Railways website and mobile apps
➔ Avail refunds for canceled trains via official channels, either online or at railway stations
Safety Measures and Public Advisory
In anticipation of Cyclone Dana, authorities have urged the public to stay indoors and avoid unnecessary travel. Some key safety tips include:
➔ Securing rooftops and windows to protect against strong winds
➔ Keeping emergency supplies such as food, water, and first aid readily available
➔ Staying tuned to government advisories for real-time updates on safety measures and evacuation plans
Disclaimer
This information is based on the latest updates available at the time of writing. The situation regarding Cyclone Dana is fluid, and it is recommended to follow official sources such as the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) and East Coast Railway for real-time updates on the cyclone and train cancellations.
Stay safe, and adhere to all advisories for a secure passage through this natural disaster.
