Eight MEMU Services Suspended in Khurda Road Division for Track Modernisation
Bhubaneswar, July 7 (UDN): To facilitate critical track modernisation and safety enhancement works in the Khurda Road Division, Indian Railways has temporarily cancelled eight MEMU train services operating on July 7, 2026, affecting commuters travelling on key suburban routes in Odisha.
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The cancellations are necessitated by ongoing infrastructure upgradation between Malatipatpur and Puri stations. Railway officials said the engineering work is part of a broader initiative to modernise railway assets, improve operational safety, enhance reliability and enable smoother train operations on the section.
The services cancelled for the day are:
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Train No. 68403 Khurda Road–Puri MEMU
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Train No. 68404 Puri–Khurda Road MEMU
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Train No. 68415 Cuttack–Puri MEMU
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Train No. 68416 Puri–Cuttack MEMU
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Train No. 68437 Bhadrak–Cuttack MEMU
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Train No. 68438 Cuttack–Bhadrak MEMU
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Train No. 58405 Cuttack–Paradeep MEMU
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Train No. 58406 Paradeep–Cuttack MEMU
Railway authorities have urged passengers to make alternate travel arrangements and check the latest train status before commencing their journey. Real-time updates are available through the National Train Enquiry System (NTES) and the official Indian Railways online platforms.
Officials emphasised that while the temporary suspension may inconvenience commuters, the modernisation work is essential for strengthening railway infrastructure and ensuring safer, faster and more dependable train services in the future. The upgrade is expected to improve operational efficiency and provide long-term benefits to passengers travelling through the Khurda Road Division.