TRAINS DIVERTED DUE TO SAFETY AND INFRASTRUCTURE WORKS AT ARAKKONAM In connection with non-interlocking (NI) safety works for 3rd and 4th line connectivity at Arakkonam (AJJ) Railway Station on Chennai Division of Southern Railway, several trains will be diverted during June 2026. The diverted trains will operate via Gudur - Renigunta - Tiruttani - Melpakkam - Katpadi or the reverse route, depending on direction. As part of the diversion, stoppages at Perambur (PER) and, in some cases, Arakkonam (AJJ), will be skipped. An additional stoppage has been provided at Tiruttani (TRT). List of Diverted Trains 22306 Jasidih - SMVT Bengaluru Express Leaving Jasidih on 05, 12, and 19 June 2026. 12551 SMVT Bengaluru - Kamakhya Express Leaving SMVT Bengaluru on 06, 13, and 20 June 2026. 12504 Agartala - SMVT Bengaluru Express Leaving Agartala on 06, 09, 13, and 16 June 2026. 12503 SMVT Bengaluru - Agartala Express Leaving SMVT Bengaluru on 09, 12, and 16 June 2026. 16523 SMVT Bengaluru - Balurghat Express Leaving SMVT Bengaluru on 10 and 17 June 2026. 12552 Kamakhya - SMVT Bengaluru Express Leaving Kamakhya on 10 June 2026. 18189 Tatanagar - Ernakulam Express Leaving Tatanagar from 05 to 17 June 2026 and again on 19 and 20 June 2026. 22605 Purulia - Tirunelveli Express Leaving Purulia on 05 and 19 June 2026. 22606 Tirunelveli - Purulia Express Leaving Tirunelveli on 20 June 2026. 22305 SMVT Bengaluru - Jasidih Express Leaving SMVT Bengaluru on 21 June 2026. Railway passengers are advised to take note of the revised routes and stoppage changes while planning their journey. The inconvenience caused due to the safety and infrastructure works is deeply regretted by the Railways.

DRM HONOURS ALERT RAILWAY STAFF WITH SAFETY AWARDS FOR PREVENTING ACCIDENTS In recognition of their exceptional vigilance and commitment to safe train operations, Shri Lalit Bohra, Divisional Railway Manager of Waltair Division, presented Safety Awards to several railway employees for their exemplary performance in averting potential accidents and ensuring the safety of passengers and railway assets. The employees were honoured for promptly identifying unsafe conditions during train operations across different sections of Waltair Division. These included detection of hot axles, defective wagon parts, abnormal smoke emissions, unattended level crossing gates, and other operational irregularities. Their timely reporting and quick response enabled immediate corrective action, ensuring smooth and safe train movement. Addressing the gathering, Shri Lalit Bohra commended the dedication, alertness, and presence of mind shown by the awardees. He emphasized that safety continues to be the top priority of Indian Railways and noted that recognizing such efforts inspires employees to uphold the highest safety standards in railway operations. The award recipients represented various categories of railway staff, including Train Managers, Loco Pilots, Assistant Loco Pilots, Station Masters, Cand W staff, Technicians, and Gatemen. Their proactive efforts in detecting defects in rolling stock, trackside equipment, and overhead electrical systems played a crucial role in strengthening operational safety across the Division. Senior officers and supervisors of Waltair Division were also present during the award ceremony.

DRM INSPECTS BACHELI RAILWAY FACILITIES AND NMDC SIDING Shri Lalit Bohra, Divisional Railway Manager (DRM) of Waltair Division, conducted a comprehensive inspection of railway establishments at Bacheli and the NMDC railway siding. The inspection included a detailed review of railway stations, sidings, and the NMDC mining area. A window trailing inspection was also undertaken to assess the condition of tracks, curves, bridges, points, and crossings to ensure operational safety and efficiency. The DRM was accompanied by branch officers of Waltair Division during the visit. Major focus areas included ongoing developmental works on the Bacheli-Kirandul railway line, passenger amenities, safety measures, and expansion of siding infrastructure. Shri Lalit Bohra also reviewed the wagon discharge silo system at NMDC, designed to reduce wagon loading time and improve operational efficiency. During interactions with senior NMDC officials, discussions were held on enhancing freight loading operations, increasing rake loading capacity, and improving traffic movement. The DRM also inspected the weighbridge facilities at Bacheli station. As part of the visit, Shri Lalit Bohra inaugurated the newly constructed Running Room and Officers' Rest House at Bacheli, aimed at providing improved amenities and greater comfort for railway staff and officers.

WALTAIR DIVISION STRENGTHENS CROWD MANAGEMENT MEASURES DURING SUMMER RUSH East Coast Railway's Waltair Division has intensified crowd management arrangements to ensure safe, smooth, and comfortable travel for passengers during the ongoing summer rush. Special teams comprising personnel from the Railway Protection Force and Ticket Checking staff have been deployed at major railway stations and onboard trains to regulate heavy passenger movement and monitor overcrowding in long-distance services. Divisional Railway Manager Shri Lalit Bohra has directed officials to implement effective crowd-control measures and has established a dedicated War Room for round-the-clock monitoring of passenger movement and operational coordination. To support General Class passengers, extensive arrangements for drinking water supply have been made across stations in the division. In collaboration with NGOs, free drinking water facilities have been set up at platform ends. Passengers availing RO and chilled drinking water services are being encouraged to maintain queues to ensure orderly access and prevent overcrowding. Passengers are also being advised to adopt digital payment methods, use QR code scanners, and access ticketing services through the RailOne App for queue-free booking and hassle-free travel. Regular public announcements and advance train position displays on digital screens are being provided for passenger convenience. As part of its passenger-friendly initiatives, Waltair Division has also introduced facilities such as Bike Rentals, Rapido Pick-up Points, and Sleeping Pods to improve last-mile connectivity and enhance passenger comfort. Additionally, East Coast Railway is operating several Summer Special Trains to various destinations to meet the increased travel demand during the vacation season. These initiatives reflect the division’s commitment to providing a safe, comfortable, and passenger-friendly travel experience during the summer holidays.

DRM REVIEWS AMRIT BHARAT STATION SCHEME WORKS AT DUVVADA RAILWAY STATION Divisional Railway Manager (DRM) of Waltair Division, Shri Lalit Bohra, along with senior divisional officers, conducted a comprehensive inspection of Duvvada Railway Station on Friday to review the progress of works being executed under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme. The inspection focused on assessing ongoing infrastructure development, passenger amenities, safety measures, and modernization initiatives aimed at enhancing overall passenger comfort and operational efficiency at the station. During the visit, the DRM inspected several key areas of the station, including circulating areas, retiring rooms, relay room, waiting halls, food court sections, booking and parcel offices, and other railway establishments. He also reviewed the progress of renovation and modernization works being carried out at station buildings. Special emphasis was laid on the development activities being undertaken under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme. Shri Lalit Bohra examined the status of important infrastructure projects such as the construction of a wider Foot Over Bridge (FOB), improvement of circulating areas, expansion of parking facilities, and modernization of station infrastructure. Members of the Duvvada Rail Users Association also met the DRM during the inspection and submitted various suggestions and issues related to railway services and passenger facilities for consideration. The DRM further interacted with station staff to review operational practices, maintenance standards, and staff competencies. He stressed the importance of strict adherence to safety protocols and continuous improvement in passenger service standards to ensure better travel experience for railway users.

SEVERAL TRAINS RESCHEDULED DUE TO SAFETY AND REMODELLING WORKS AT RUPSA STATION In connection with the Pre-Non Interlocking (Pre-NI) and Non-Interlocking (NI) works being undertaken for remodelling at Rupsa (ROP) Railway Station under the Kharagpur Division of South Eastern Railway, several coaching trains have been rescheduled, railway authorities announced. According to officials, the temporary changes in train schedules are being implemented to facilitate safety-related infrastructure works and ensure smooth execution of the remodelling project. The following trains will be rescheduled on specified dates: Train No. 12703 Howrah–Secunderabad Falaknuma Express departing from Howrah will be rescheduled by 120 minutes on May 11, 12, and 13; by 60 minutes on May 14; by 90 minutes on May 15; and by 240 minutes on May 17, 2026. In the return direction, Train No. 12704 Secunderabad–Howrah Falaknuma Express departing from Secunderabad will be rescheduled by 60 minutes on May 15 and by 120 minutes on May 16, 2026. Train No. 22612 New Jalpaiguri–MGR Chennai Central Express leaving New Jalpaiguri will be rescheduled by 60 minutes on May 15, 2026. Train No. 12245 Howrah–SMVT Bengaluru Duranto Express departing from Howrah will be rescheduled by 60 minutes on May 16 and by 120 minutes on May 17, 2026. In the return direction, Train No. 12246 SMVT Bengaluru–Howrah Duranto Express leaving SMVT Bengaluru will be rescheduled by 120 minutes on May 15, 2026. Train No. 12551 SMVT Bengaluru–Kamakhya Express departing from SMVT Bengaluru will be rescheduled by 180 minutes on May 16, 2026. Railway authorities regretted the inconvenience caused to passengers and requested the public to take note of the revised schedules and plan their journeys accordingly.DRM Reviews Amrit Bharat Station Scheme Works at Duvvada Railway Station