The Eastern Railway has announced temporary route adjustments affecting the popular Duronto Express services. Due to crucial infrastructural upgradation work on Platform No. 5 & 6 at the Puri station under the East Coast Railway jurisdiction, trains will experience temporary short termination and origination. Passengers are requested to plan their journey according to the revised schedules.
Affected Trains, Diversions, and Dynamic Status
A transition has been implemented to divert these express trains over selected dates between August and October 2026. Complete schedule details are listed below:
| Train No. & Name | From | To | Frequency/Dates | Impact Status/New Route |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22201 Sealdah – Puri Duronto Express | Sealdah (SDAH) | Puri (PURI) | August: 26, 28, 31; September: 02, 04, 07, 09, 11, 14, 16, 18, 21, 23, 25, 28, 30; October: 02, 05, 07, 09, 12, 14, 16, 19 (2026) | Short terminated at Maltipatpur instead of Puri. |
| 22202 Puri – Sealdah Duronto Express | Puri (PURI) | Sealdah (SDAH) | August: 25, 27, 29; September: 01, 03, 05, 08, 10, 12, 15, 17, 19, 22, 24, 26, 29; October: 01, 03, 06, 08, 10, 13, 15, 17, 20 (2026) | Short originated from Maltipatpur instead of Puri. |
Route Halts, Timings, or Alternate Arrangements
- Infrastructure Upgrades: The adjustment is due to mandatory engineering works for upgrading Platform No. 5 & 6 at the Puri station.
- Alternate Terminal Station: Maltipatpur will act as the temporary terminating and originating station for these services on all listed dates.
- Passenger Assistance: Commuters are requested to plan their local transport between Maltipatpur and **Puri** accordingly.
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