Train services hit by landslide in Koraput
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Koraput:Train services were hit on Wednesday following a landslide between Malliguda and Jarati stations in Koraput district, triggered by incessant rainfall in the region. As a result, the Jagdalpur–Bhubaneswar Hirakhand Express and the Kirandul–Visakhapatnam Night Express were cancelled.
According to an official release by the railways, the landslide occurred on Wednesday morning. "In view of the disruption, the two trains have been cancelled," the release stated. Railway teams were immediately dispatched to the affected site with heavy earthmoving machinery, manpower, and essential restoration materials. Efforts are underway on a war footing to clear the debris and resume services.
"Our men are engaged in site assessment and clearance work, ensuring the restoration is completed safely and swiftly. Updates regarding the resumption of services will be communicated in due course," the release added. Passengers have been advised to take note of the cancellations and plan their travel accordingly.
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1 2 Koraput:Train services were hit on Wednesday following a landslide between Malliguda and Jarati stations in Koraput district, triggered by incessant rainfall in the region. As a result, the Jagdalpur–Bhubaneswar Hirakhand Express and the Kirandul–Visakhapatnam Night Express were cancelled. According to an official release by the railways, the landslide occurred on Wednesday morning. "In view of the disruption, the two trains have been cancelled," the release stated. Railway teams were immediately dispatched to the affected site with heavy earthmoving machinery, manpower, and essential restoration materials. Efforts are underway on a war footing to clear the debris and resume services. "Our men are engaged in site assessment and clearance work, ensuring the restoration is completed safely and swiftly. Updates regarding the resumption of services will be communicated in due course," the release added. Passengers have been advised to take note of the cancellations and plan their travel accordingly.
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