Cyclone Alert / Cyclone Arnab: Four More Passenger Trains Cancelled in Odisha

Bhubaneswar, Oct 27: As Cyclone Arnab approaches the Odisha coast, railway authorities have cancelled four more passenger train services as a precautionary measure to ensure passenger safety and maintain smooth train operations, officials said on Tuesday.

The cancellations come amid heightened preparedness measures being undertaken by various government agencies in anticipation of adverse weather conditions associated with the cyclonic storm.

According to the railway authorities, the affected services include passenger and MEMU trains operating on key routes across the State.

Cancelled Services

The following train services have been cancelled:

Train No. 58406/58405 Paradeep–Cuttack–Paradeep Passenger on October 28, 2026.
Train No. 68411/68412 Bhubaneswar–Brahmapur–Bhubaneswar MEMU on October 28, 2026.
Train No. 68445 Cuttack–Palasa MEMU on October 28, 2026.
Train No. 68446 Palasa–Cuttack MEMU on October 29, 2026.

The railway administration said the decision was taken as a preventive measure in view of the developing cyclonic situation. Such steps are routinely implemented to minimize risks to passengers and railway infrastructure during severe weather events.

Advisory for Passengers

Passengers planning to travel on the affected routes have been advised to take note of the cancellations and make alternative arrangements if necessary.

Railway officials have urged travellers to stay updated on train operations through official channels. Passengers can obtain the latest information regarding train movements, cancellations and rescheduling through the National Train Enquiry System (NTES) and the official Indian Railways website before commencing their journey.

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With the cyclonic storm expected to impact parts of Odisha, authorities continue to monitor the situation closely. Further operational changes may be announced depending on weather conditions and safety assessments.

The railway administration reiterated that passenger safety remains its top priority and requested the public to cooperate with precautionary measures undertaken during the cyclonic event.