North India Statesman
News India Live, Digital Desk: If you are planning to travel on Muzaffarpur-Narkatiyaganj railway section in the coming days, then this news is for you. Railways has taken up the mega block due to doubling and interlocking work of the railway line between Bettiah and Kumarbagh stations. Because of this, trains passing through this route will be run through other routes.
1. Change in the routes of these trains (Diverted Trains)
The biggest impact has been on express trains going towards Delhi and Anand Vihar:
Saptakranti Superfast Express (12557/58): This train running between Anand Vihar and Muzaffarpur will now run instead of its scheduled route (Bettiah-Narkatiyaganj). diverted route Will run from.
Vande Bharat Express (22545/46): There may also be partial changes or regulation in the timings and route of Vande Bharat running on Lucknow-Ayodhya-Gorakhpur-Dehradun route.
Amrit Bharat Express: The route of this train has also been diverted during the block period.
2. Why was the route changed?
According to Railways, between Bettiah and Kumarbagh Doubling (Double Line) The work is in the final stage.
Non-Interlocking (NI) Functions: Non-interlocking work is being done to update the signaling system.
Security: This technical work is essential to make train operations safer and faster.
3. Options for passengers at affected stations
Since trains have been diverted, passengers at stations like Bettiah, Sugauli and Narkatiaganj may face problems.
Sitamarhi-Darbhanga Route: Some trains may be diverted from Muzaffarpur-Sitamarhi-Narkatiyaganj route.
Chhapra-Gorakhpur Route: Some long distance trains are being run via Chapra.
4. Advice for railway passengers
Use NTES App: Use the National Train Inquiry System (NTES) to check your train’s ‘live location’ and changed route.
Helpline Number: In case of any dilemma, the Railways 139 Contact on helpline number.
Leave early: Due to change in route, trains may delay by 2 to 4 hours in reaching the destination.
