Trains temporarily cancelled
South Western Railway has announced the temporary cancellation of Vasco da Gama-Kulem DEMU special trains for 26 days. The suspension is necessary to facilitate track-doubling and sleeper renewal work at the Sankval Yard.
Why it matters
Infrastructure upgrades are essential for long-term rail efficiency, though the temporary service disruption affects daily commuters in the region.
South Western Railway has decided to temporarily cancel Vasco da Gama-Kulem special trains for 26 days to facilitate track-doubling work, according to a release.
The temporary line block is being imposed to carry out Through Sleeper Renewal (TSR) work at Sankval Yard in connection with the ongoing track-doubling project.
Consequently, the following passenger train services will remain fully cancelled from September 9 to October 4, a period of 26 days.
Train No. 56964 Vasco da Gama-Kulem DEMU Special will remain fully cancelled from September 9 to October 4.
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