Indian Railways has announced the cancellation of several Mail and Express train services destined for New Delhi and Hazrat Nizamuddin railway stations on October 10, 2026. The move comes in anticipation of significant road traffic congestion in the national capital, linked to a planned protest.
According to railway sources, the cancellations specifically impact trains departing from their originating stations after 2:00 PM on October 9, 2026, and those slated to reach New Delhi or Hazrat Nizamuddin between 4:00 AM and 2:00 PM on October 10, 2026. Passengers planning travel on these dates are strongly advised to verify their train's status before heading to the station.
Affected Train Services
Several key routes will see disruptions, with specific trains confirmed as cancelled. Railway divisions have also issued separate cancellation notices, including for certain Rajdhani Express services. Travelers should note that while some trains are confirmed cancelled, others may have an unconfirmed status and require individual verification.
- 20801 Magadh Express: Islampur–New Delhi (October 9) – Cancelled
- 12309 Tejas Raj Express: Rajendra Nagar Terminal–New Delhi (October 9) – Cancelled
- 12393 Sampoorna Kranti Express: Rajendra Nagar Terminal–New Delhi (October 9) – Cancelled
- 22361 Amrit Bharat Express: Rajendra Nagar Terminal–New Delhi (October 9) – Cancelled
- 12056 Dehradun Express: Dehradun–New Delhi (October 10) – Cancelled
- 12964 Udaipur City Express: Udaipur City–Hazrat Nizamuddin (October 9) – Cancelled
Additionally, the Sealdah–New Delhi Rajdhani Express (12313), departing on October 9, has been cancelled by the Sealdah division of Eastern Railway. The Bhopal division of West Central Railway also announced the cancellation of the CSMT–Hazrat Nizamuddin Rajdhani Express (22221) on October 9 for operational reasons.
Passenger Information and Alternatives
Passengers must check their train's current status via official Indian Railways enquiry channels or the National Train Enquiry System (NTES) before commencing their journey. It is also crucial to monitor updates from relevant railway divisions, as announcements may be made separately.
For those whose trains are cancelled, information regarding refund eligibility and procedures can be obtained through IRCTC or the original booking channel. Refund processing will adhere to the type of ticket and applicable railway regulations.
While considering alternative transport, travellers should factor in the potential for significant road congestion around New Delhi and Hazrat Nizamuddin stations. Given that not every listed train has a confirmed cancellation status, individual service verification is essential rather than assuming all trains are withdrawn.