Telangana Train Accident: Goods Train Derails in Peddapalli, Leading to Multiple Train Cancellations and Diversions

Telangana Train Accident: A goods train carrying iron ore derailed between Raghavapuram and Ramagundam in Telangana’s Peddapalli district, causing significant disruption in rail operations across the South Central Railway (SCR) zone. The accident, which occurred late Tuesday night, has led to the cancellation of 20 passenger trains and impacted the schedules of over 10 others, according to South Central Railway officials. Restoration work is currently underway, with authorities striving to bring normalcy back to the affected rail lines.

Details of Train Cancellations, Diversions, and Rescheduling

In a press release issued on Wednesday, SCR officials provided a detailed update on the status of affected trains:

1. Cancelled Trains:

• A total of 20 passenger trains have been cancelled for Wednesday, including six trains originating from Akola and Akot.

1. Partial Cancellations:

• Three trains from Daund, Nizamabad, and Sirpur Kaghaznagar will operate on modified routes, bypassing a few scheduled stops for the day.

1. Diverted Trains:

• Ten trains, including those from Delhi, Gorakhpur, Ahmedabad, and Danapur, have been diverted due to the derailment.

1. Rescheduled Trains:

• A train traveling from MGR Chennai Central to Ahmedabad has been rescheduled for a later time. Another train from Yeswantpur to Mirzapur has also been rescheduled.

1. Regulated Trains:

• Additional trains originating from Darbhanga, Danapur, and Jaipur will experience minor delays as they are regulated along Central Railway lines.

Passenger Advisory

South Central Railway officials have advised passengers traveling on affected routes to check the real-time status of their trains through the IRCTC website or contact customer care for further assistance. The derailment and subsequent delays are likely to cause inconvenience to passengers, who are urged to verify schedules before heading to the station.

Restoration Efforts Underway

SCR officials have deployed crews to the derailment site to expedite the clearance and repair work. Although progress is being made, the timeline for restoring full rail operations remains uncertain as of now.

Key Points for Travellers:

• Cancelled Trains: 20 passenger trains
• Diverted Trains: 10 trains
• Partially Cancelled Trains: 3 trains
• Rescheduled Trains: 2 trains
• Regulated Trains: 3 trains
• Contact IRCTC: For updated schedules and train running status

This disruption comes as a reminder for passengers to stay updated on train schedules, especially during incidents impacting rail traffic.