Pune: Passengers traveling through the Pune Division are set to face disruptions as the commissioning of the 4th line connectivity at Kotarlia station in the Bilaspur Division leads to temporary train cancellations. The project, which involves track maintenance and realignment work on the Raigarh-Jharsuguda Junction’s 3rd and 4th electrified sections, will require a scheduled Non-Interlocking (NI) and Pre-NI program to ensure smooth execution.
Work Schedule and Timeline:
Pre-NI (PNI) Phase: 11th April 2025 – 18th April 2025 (8 days)
Non-Interlocking (NI) Phase: 19th April 2025 – 23rd April 2025 (5 days)
Total Duration: 13 days
List of Affected Trains:
Several long-distance trains operating through Pune Division will remain canceled on specific dates due to the infrastructure upgrades:
Train No. 20822 – Santragachi to Pune Express
Cancelled on: 12th & 19th April 2025
Train No. 20821 – Pune to Santragachi Express
Cancelled on: 14th & 21st April 2025
Train No. 12129 – Pune to Howrah Azad Hind Express
Cancelled from: 11th April to 24th April 2025
Train No. 12130 – Howrah to Pune Azad Hind Express
Cancelled from: 11th April to 24th April 2025
Train No. 12222 – Howrah to Pune Duronto Express
Cancelled on: 10th, 12th, 17th & 19th April 2025
Train No. 12221 – Pune to Howrah Duronto Express
Cancelled on: 12th, 14th, 19th & 21st April 2025
The railway authorities have urged passengers to plan their journeys accordingly and explore alternative travel options to avoid inconvenience. While the temporary suspensions may cause disruptions, the 4th line connectivity project is expected to significantly enhance railway efficiency and capacity, benefiting passengers in the long run.
