Chandigarh-New Delhi Train Services Disrupted Due to Infrastructure Work
Chandigarh Shatabdi, other trains to hit a snag

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Passengers traveling on the Chandigarh-New Delhi Shatabdi Express will face significant disruptions from May 30 to June 6 due to signaling and loop line expansion work. This will lead to train cancellations and delays, affecting multiple services along the corridor.
- 01The disruption affects the Chandigarh-New Delhi Shatabdi Express, a key service for commuters, with cancellations on June 6.
- 02Other trains, including the Kalka-New Delhi Shatabdi, will experience delays of around 45 minutes during the block period.
- 03Infrastructure work includes extending loop lines and implementing a new Electronic Interlocking system at Shahabad Markanda and Mohri stations.
- 04The Ajmer-Chandigarh Vande Bharat train will be completely suspended on June 6, while the Anandpur Sahib-New Delhi Vande Bharat Express will be delayed by 135 minutes.
- 05Speed restrictions of 20 kmph have been imposed in newly inserted point zones near the work site.
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Passengers traveling between Chandigarh and New Delhi will encounter significant disruptions due to infrastructure work being carried out by Northern Railway. The signaling and loop line expansion at Shahabad Markanda and Mohri stations will result in a six-day traffic and power block on the Delhi-Ambala section from May 30 to June 6. This will particularly affect the Chandigarh-New Delhi Shatabdi Express, leading to its cancellation on June 6. Additionally, the Kalka-New Delhi Shatabdi will face operational delays of approximately 45 minutes during this period. The work involves extending loop lines and commissioning a new Electronic Interlocking system, impacting several premium trains, including the Ajmer-Chandigarh Vande Bharat, which will be suspended on June 6. The Anandpur Sahib-New Delhi Vande Bharat Express will also see a significant delay of 135 minutes. Train services such as the Chandigarh-Bandra Terminus Superfast Express, Chandigarh-Madgaon Express, and Chandigarh-Prayagraj Sangam Express will also be affected, with the railway authorities ensuring widespread communication regarding the changes.
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The disruptions will significantly affect daily commuters, including office-goers and tourists, leading to potential delays in travel plans.
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