A landslide occurring between the Maligura and Chhatariput railway stations in Odisha has interrupted train operations, prompting the cancellation of four express trains.
The affected trains service routes including Visakhapatnam to Kirandul and Rourkela to Jagdalpur, spanning across Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, and Chhattisgarh.
These cancellations will affect travel from October 13 to 21, 2026. Passengers are advised to verify their train numbers and travel dates prior to heading to the station.
Which trains are canceled and when?
The cancellations impact both directions for the two routes. Services from Kirandul to Visakhapatnam are canceled from October 13 to 20, while those from Rourkela to Jagdalpur will be affected from October 14 to 21.
Kirandul-Visakhapatnam Express: Route and stations
The Kirandul-Visakhapatnam Express connects Kirandul in Chhattisgarh with Visakhapatnam in Andhra Pradesh, traversing through southern Odisha.
Key stations along this route include Kottavalasa, Shrungavarapukta, Araku, Koraput Junction, Jeypore, Kotapar Road, Jagdalpur, Dantewara, and Bacheli, in addition to the terminal stations.
This route serves various towns in the Eastern Ghats region, and with the cancellation of both trains during this timeframe, travelers will need to explore alternative travel options.
Rourkela-Jagdalpur Express: Route and stations
The Rourkela-Jagdalpur Express links Rourkela in Odisha to Jagdalpur in Chhattisgarh, passing through multiple towns in southern and western Odisha.
Important stations on this route include Kotapar Road, Jeypore, Koraput Junction, Daman Jodi, Lakshmipur Road, Tikiri, Rayagada, Muniguda, Kesinga, Titlagarh, Balangir, Barpali, Bargarh Road, Sambalpur Junction, Jharsuguda Junction, Bamra, and Raj Gangpur.
This train changes direction at Koraput Junction and Rayagada before proceeding. The cancellations of trains 18107 and 18108 will affect trips between Rourkela and Jagdalpur, along with stops at intermediate stations.
How to check the latest train updates
Passengers who have purchased tickets for any of the canceled trains can stay informed by checking the National Train Enquiry System (NTES) or through official channels of Indian Railways.
