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IRCTC latest news: Indian railway cancel 157 trains, check full list here

However, the railways slowly started to resume the cancelled trains, and as of yesterday trains were running in full flow, but after this action, the public will have to once again go for private transport services.

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The Indian Railways has cancelled 157 trains that were scheduled for Saturday. However, the Indian railway has not described the reason behind the cancellation of 157 trains. The last time the government cancelled trains in such huge numbers, were in March 2020 amid the surging number of coronavirus cases across the country.

However, the railways slowly started to resume the cancelled trains, and as of yesterday trains were running in full flow, but after this action, the public will have to once again go for private transport services.

Here’s a complete list of trains cancelled by the Indian Railways on Saturday:

00979 KISAN SPECIAL

AMALSAD (AML) – ADARSH NAGAR DELHI (ANDI) PEXP 01:45 AM

03035 KWAE – AZ SPL

KATWA JN. (KWAE) – AZIMGANJ JN (AZ) PSPC 11:55 AM

03055 KWAE AMP PGR SPL

KATWA JN. (KWAE) – AHAMADPUR JN. (AMP) PSPC 08:20 AM

03056 AMP KWAE PASS SPL

AHAMADPUR JN. (AMP) – KATWA JN. (KWAE) PSPC 10:50 AM

03057 AZ-NILE PASS SPL

AZIMGANJ JN (AZ) – NIMITITA (NILE) PSPC 02:45 AM

03059 KWAE-NILE PASS SPL

KATWA JN. (KWAE) – NIMITITA (NILE) PSPC 13:05 PM

03074 RPH- BWN MEMU PGR SPL

RAMPUR HAT (RPH) – BARDDHAMAN (BWN) PSPC 07:25 AM

03077 AZ – RPH MEMU PGR SPL

AZIMGANJ JN (AZ) – RAMPUR HAT (RPH) PSPC 05:35 AM

03081 RPH-JASHIDIH PASS SPL

RAMPUR HAT (RPH) – JASIDIH JN (JSME) PSPC 12:25 AM

03082 JSME RPH PGR SPL

JASIDIH JN (JSME) – RAMPUR HAT (RPH) PSPC 16:30 PM

03085 NHT-AZ MEMU PGR SPL

AZIMGANJ JN (AZ) – NALHATI JN (NHT) PSPC 22:25 PM

03086 AZ-NHT MEMU PGR SPL

NALHATI JN (NHT) – AZIMGANJ JN (AZ) PSPC 05:35 AM

03087 AZ RPH MEMU PGR SPL

AZIMGANJ JN (AZ) – RAMPUR HAT (RPH) PSPC 04:20 AM

03088 RPH AZ MEMU PGR SPL

RAMPUR HAT (RPH) – AZIMGANJ JN (AZ) PSPC 21:10 PM

03091 AZ-SBG SPL

AZIMGANJ JN (AZ) – SAHIBGANJ JN (SBG) PSPC 03:15 AM

03094 RPH – AZ MEMU PGR SPL

RAMPUR HAT (RPH) – AZIMGANJ JN (AZ) PSPC 18:20 PM

03095 KWAE-AZ MEMU PGR SPL

KATWA JN. (KWAE) – AZIMGANJ JN (AZ) PSPC 14:40 PM

03096 AZ-KWAE MEMU PGR SPL

AZIMGANJ JN (AZ) – KATWA JN. (KWAE) PSPC 11:55 AM

03111 SDAH RPH MEMU PGR SPL

SEALDAH (SDAH) – RAMPUR HAT (RPH) PSPC 12:05 AM

03112 RPH SDAH MEMU PGR SPL

RAMPUR HAT (RPH) – SEALDAH (SDAH) PSPC 13:15 PM

03193 KOAA-LGL MEMU PGR SPL

KOLKATA (KOAA) – LALGOLA (LGL) PSPC 14:10 PM

03194 LGL-SDAH MEMU PGR SPL

LALGOLA (LGL) – KOLKATA (KOAA) PSPC 08:30 AM

03225 JYG-RJPB SPECIAL

JAYNAGAR (JYG) – RAJENDRANAGAR T (RJPB) MSPC 10:50 AM

03226 RJPB-JYG SPECIAL

RAJENDRANAGAR T (RJPB) – JAYNAGAR (JYG) MSPC 07:15 AM

03407 RPH-SBG PASS SPL

RAMPUR HAT (RPH) – SAHIBGANJ JN (SBG) PSPC 20:45 PM

03411 RPH-BHW PASS SPL

RAMPUR HAT (RPH) – BARHARWA JN (BHW) PSPC 23:00P PM

03439 AZ-BGP PASSENGER SPL

AZIMGANJ JN (AZ) – BHAGALPUR (BGP) PSPC 16:35 M

03503 BWN-HTE MEMU PGR SPL

BARDDHAMAN (BWN) – HATIA (HTE) PSPC 06:35 AM

03504 HTE BWN MEMU PGR SPL

HATIA (HTE) – BARDDHAMAN (BWN) PSPC 08:10 AM

03591 BKSC-ASN MEMU PGR SPL

BOKARO STL CITY (BKSC) – ASANSOL JN (ASN) PSPC 15:40 PM

03592 ASN-BKSC MEMU PGR SPL

ASANSOL JN (ASN) – BOKARO STL CITY (BKSC) PSPC 07:05 AM

03593 PRR-ASN MEMU PGR SPL

PURULIA JN (PRR) – ASANSOL JN (ASN) PSPC 14:05 PM

03594 ASN-PRR MEMU PGR SPL

ASANSOL JN (ASN) – PURULIA JN (PRR) PSPC 10:52 AM

04129 FTP-CNB MEMU

FATEHPUR (FTP) – KANPUR CENTRAL (CNB) PSPC 07:20 AM

04130 CNB-FTP MEMU

KANPUR CENTRAL (CNB) – FATEHPUR (FTP) PSPC 18:25 PM

04153 RBL-CNB UNRESERVED SPL

RAE BARELI JN (RBL) – KANPUR CENTRAL (CNB) PSPC 02:50 AM

04154 CNB-RBL UNRESERVED SPL

KANPUR CENTRAL (CNB) – RAE BARELI JN (RBL) PSPC 16:32 PM

04181 SFG-CNB MEX SPL

SUBEDARGANJ (SFG) – KANPUR CENTRAL (CNB) PSPC 06:10 AM

04182 CNB-SFG SPL

KANPUR CENTRAL (CNB) – SUBEDARGANJ (SFG) PSPC 14:50 PM

04194 SFG-DDU MEX SPL

SUBEDARGANJ (SFG) – PT.DEEN DAYAL UPADHYAYA JN. (DDU) PSPC 07:05 AM

04419 MTJ-GZB 12CAR EMU MEX SPL

MATHURA JN (MTJ) – GHAZIABAD (GZB) PSPC 05:45 AM

04420 GZB-MTJ 12CAREMU MEX SPL

GHAZIABAD (GZB) – MATHURA JN (MTJ) PSPC 16:05 PM

04495 AGC-PWL EXP SPL

AGRA CANTT (AGC) – PALWAL (PWL) PSPC 18:00 PM

04496 PWL-AGC EXP SPL

PALWAL (PWL) – AGRA CANTT (AGC) PSPC 04:25 AM

05092 STP-GD SPECIAL

SITAPUR (STP) – GONDA JN (GD) PSPC 06:45 AM

05219 DBG-HRGR DEMU PASS. SPL

DARBHANGA JN (DBG) – HAR NAGAR (HRGR) PSPC 16:10 PM

05220 HRGR-DBG DEMU PASS. SPL

HAR NAGAR (HRGR) – DARBHANGA JN (DBG) PSPC 05:15 AM

05245 SEE-CPR MEMU PASS.SPL

SONPUR JN (SEE) – CHHAPRA (CPR) PSPC 15:30 PM

05246 CPR-SEE MEMU PASS.SPL

CHHAPRA (CPR) – SONPUR JN (SEE) PSPC 17:50 PM

05331 KGM-MB SPL EXP

KATHGODAM (KGM) – MORADABAD (MB) PSPC 07:25 AM

05332 MB-KGM SPL EXP

MORADABAD (MB) – KATHGODAM (KGM) PSPC 14:45 Pm

05334 MB-RMR EXP

MORADABAD (MB) – RAMNAGAR (RMR) PSPC 04:30 AM

05357 BRK-NPR UNRESERVED EXP

BAHRAICH (BRK) – NEPALGANJ ROAD (NPR) PSPC 06:30 AM

05358 NPR-BRK UNRESERVED EXP

NEPALGANJ ROAD (NPR) – BAHRAICH (BRK) PSPC 14:45 PM

05361 BRK-MLN UNRESERVED SPL

BAHRAICH (BRK) – MAILANI (MLN) PSPC 08:30 AM

05362 MLN-BRK UNRERSERVED SPL

MAILANI (MLN) – BAHRAICH (BRK) PSPC 08:30 AM

05363 MB-KGM SPL EXP

MORADABAD (MB) – KATHGODAM (KGM) PSPC 06:05 AM

05364 KGM-MB SPL EXP

KATHGODAM (KGM) – MORADABAD (MB) PSPC 15:45 PM

05366 RMR-MB SPL EXP

RAMNAGAR (RMR) – MORADABAD (MB) PSPC 21:10 PM

05404 GAYA-JMP SPL

GAYA JN (GAYA) – JAMALPUR JN (JMP) PSPC 06:05 AM

05405 RPH-SBG SPL

RAMPUR HAT (RPH) – SAHIBGANJ JN (SBG) PSPC 06:05 AM

05407 RPH-GAYA PASS SPL

RAMPUR HAT (RPH) – GAYA JN (GAYA) PSPC 08:35 AM

05433 AZ-BHW SPL

AZIMGANJ JN (AZ) – BARHARWA JN (BHW) PSPC 08:40 AM

05435 KWAE-AZ SPL

KATWA JN. (KWAE) – AZIMGANJ JN (AZ) PSPC 05:55 AM

05436 AZ-KWAE SPL

AZIMGANJ JN (AZ) – KATWA JN. (KWAE) PSPC 18:45 PM

05449 NKE-GKP DAILY UNRESERV EX

NARKATIAGANJ JN (NKE) – GORAKHPUR (GKP) PSPC 05:40 AM

05450 GKP-NKE-GKP DAILY UN-RESR

GORAKHPUR (GKP) – NARKATIAGANJ JN (NKE) PSPC 18:05 PM

05750 HDB-NJP PASSENGER SPECIAL

05751 NJP-HDB PASSENGER SPECIAL

NEW JALPAIGURI (NJP) – HALDIBARI (HDB) PSPC 15:15 PM

06136 MTP UAM PASS SPL

METUPALAIYAM (MTP) – UDAGAMANDALAM (UAM) PSPC 07:10 AM

06137 UAM MTP PASS SPL

UDAGAMANDALAM (UAM) – METUPALAIYAM (MTP) PSPC 14:00 PM

06265 SBC-HUP MEMU

KSR BENGALURU (SBC) – HINDUPUR (HUP) PSPC 17:45 PM

06266 HUP-YPR MEMU

HINDUPUR (HUP) – KSR BENGALURU (SBC) PSPC 06:30 AM

06595 SBC-SSPN MEMU

BANGALORE CANT (BNC) – DHARMAVARAM JN (DMM) PSPC 07:20 AM

06596 SSPN-SBC MEMU

DHARMAVARAM JN (DMM) – BANGALORE CANT (BNC) PSPC 12:15 AM

07331 SUR-UBL PASSENGE

SOLAPUR JN (SUR) – HUBLI JN (UBL) PSPC 04:45 AM

07332 UBL-SUR PASSENGER

HUBLI JN (UBL) – SOLAPUR JN (SUR) PSPC 12:55 PM

07369 CMGR-YPR PASS SPL

CHIKKAMAGALURU (CMGR) – YASVANTPUR JN (YPR) PSPC 07:50 AM

07370 YPR-CMGR PASS SPL

YASVANTPUR JN (YPR) – CHIKKAMAGALURU (CMGR) PSPC 15:30 PM

07541 SGUJ-DBB INTERCITY SPL

SILIGURI JN (SGUJ) – DHUBRI (DBB) MSPC 05:00 AM

07542 DBB-SGUJ INTERCITY SPL

DHUBRI (DBB) – SILIGURI JN (SGUJ) MSPC 12:15 AM

07545 KIR – JBN DMU SPECIAL

KATIHAR JN (KIR) – JOGBANI (JBN) PSPC 12:15 AM

07546 JBN – KIR DMU SPECIAL

JOGBANI (JBN) – KATIHAR JN (KIR) PSPC 15:00 PM

07553 KIR – JBN DMU SPECIAL

KATIHAR JN (KIR) – JOGBANI (JBN) PSPC 07:00 AM

07554 JBN – KIR DMU SPECIAL

JOGBANI (JBN) – KATIHAR JN (KIR) PSPC 10:30 AM

07555 KIR – JBN DMU SPECIAL

KATIHAR JN (KIR) – JOGBANI (JBN) PSPC 14:45 PM

07556 JBN – KIR DMU SPECIAL

JOGBANI (JBN) – KATIHAR JN (KIR) PSPC 18:00 PM

07557 KIR – JBN DMU SPECIAL

KATIHAR JN (KIR) – JOGBANI (JBN) PSPC 04:00 AM

07558 JBN – KIR DMU SPECIAL

JOGBANI (JBN) – KATIHAR JN (KIR) PSPC 07:00 AM

07668 BAY PASS

GUNTAKAL JN (GTL) – BELLARY JN (BAY) PSPC 12:10 PM

07669 BAY-GTL

BELLARY JN (BAY) – GUNTAKAL JN (GTL) PSPC 14:05 PM

07693 GTL-HUP

GUNTAKAL JN (GTL) – HINDUPUR (HUP) PSPC 15:45 PM

07694 HUP GTL DEMU

HINDUPUR (HUP) – GUNTAKAL JN (GTL) PSPC 06:30 AM

08303 SBP-PURI SPECIAL

SAMBALPUR (SBP) – PURI (PURI) MSPC 06:00 AM

08304 PURI-SBP SPECIAL

PURI (PURI) – SAMBALPUR (SBP) MSPC 15:45 PM

08437 BHC-CTC SPECIAL

BHADRAKH (BHC) – CUTTACK (CTC) PSPC 15:30 PM

08438 CTC-BHC MEMU

CUTTACK (CTC) – BHADRAKH (BHC) PSPC 11:55 AM

09110 KDCY – PRTN SPECIAL

KEVADIYA (KDCY) – PRATAPNAGAR (PRTN) PSPC 13:55 PM

09113 PRT – KDCY SPL

PRATAPNAGAR (PRTN) – KEVADIYA (KDCY) PSPC 15:35 PM

09231 RJT DURONTO EXP

MUMBAI CENTRAL (MMCT) – HAPA (HAPA) MSPC 23:10 PM

09232 HAPA – MMCT SPECIAL

HAPA (HAPA) – MUMBAI CENTRAL (MMCT) MSPC 19:40 PM

09248 KDCY – ADI SPECIAL

KEVADIYA (KDCY) – AHMEDABAD JN (ADI) MSPC 11:15 AM

09249 ADI – KDCY SPECIAL

AHMEDABAD JN (ADI) – KEVADIYA (KDCY) MSPC 15:20 PM

09440 MVI – WKR SPECIAL

MORBI (MVI) – WANKANER JN (WKR) PSPC 20:20 PM

09441 WKR-MVI SPECIAL

WANKANER JN (WKR) – MORBI (MVI) PSPC 07:10 AM

09444 MVI – WKR SPECIAL

MORBI (MVI) – WANKANER JN (WKR) PSPC 13:05 PM

09511 PIT – BVC SPECIAL

PALITANA (PIT) – BHAVNAGAR TRMUS (BVC) PSPC 19:05 PM

09512 BVC – PIT SPECIAL

BHAVNAGAR TRMUS (BVC) – PALITANA (PIT) PSPC 17:45 PM

12363 KOAA HDB SF EXP

KOLKATA (KOAA) – HALDIBARI (HDB) SUF 09:05 AM

15055 AF-RMR-EXP

AGRA FORT (AF) – RAMNAGAR (RMR) MEX 20:40 PM

15811 DBB-GHY EXPRESS

DHUBRI (DBB) – GUWAHATI (GHY) MEX 07:15 AM

15812 GHY-DBB EXPRESS

GUWAHATI (GHY) – DHUBRI (DBB) MEX 21:45 PM

18413 PRDP-PURI SPECIAL

PARADEEP (PRDP) – PURI (PURI) MEX 18:00 PM

18414 PURI-PRDPEXP

PURI (PURI) – PARADEEP (PRDP) MEX 06:15 AM

31311 SDAH – KLYM LOCAL

SEALDAH (SDAH) – KALYANI SIMANTA (KLYM) SUB 04:12 AM

31314 KLYM-SDAH LOCAL

KALYANI SIMANTA (KLYM) – SEALDAH (SDAH) SUB 06:02 AM

31617 SDAH-RHA LOCAL

SEALDAH (SDAH) – RANAGHAT JN (RHA) SUB 08:00 AM

31622 RHA – SDAH LOCAL

RANAGHAT JN (RHA) – SEALDAH (SDAH) SUB 10:12 AM

31711 NH – RHA LOCAL

NAIHATI JN (NH) – RANAGHAT JN (RHA) SUB 05:00 AM

31712 RHA-NH LOCAL

RANAGHAT JN (RHA) – NAIHATI JN (NH) SUB 04:05 AM

33361 BT-BNJ LOCAL

BARASAT (BT) – BANGAON JN (BNJ) SUB 07:45 AM

33362 BNJ- BT LOCAL

BANGAON JN (BNJ) – BARASAT (BT) SUB 09:28 AM

34331 LAKHIKANTAPUR BARUIPUR LO

LAKSHMIKANTPUR (LKPR) – BARUIPUR JN (BRP) SUB 08:20 AM

34334 BRP – LKPR LOCAL

BARUIPUR JN (BRP) – LAKSHMIKANTPUR (LKPR) SUB 07:15 AM

34881 DH SONARPUR LOCAL

DIAMOND HARBOUR (DH) – SONARPUR JN (SPR) SUB 10:45 AM

34882 SPR DH LOCAL

SONARPUR JN (SPR) – DIAMOND HARBOUR (DH) SUB 04:50 AM

34891 DH BRP LOCAL

DIAMOND HARBOUR (DH) – BARUIPUR JN (BRP) SUB 06:13 AM

34892 BARUIPUR DH EMU LOCAL

BARUIPUR JN (BRP) – DIAMOND HARBOUR (DH) SUB 09:22 AM

36037 HWH-CDAE LOCAL

HOWRAH JN (HWH) – CHANDANPUR (CDAE) SUB 17:55 PM

36038 CDAE HWH LOCAL

CHANDANPUR (CDAE) – HOWRAH JN (HWH) SUB 19:33 Pm

36820 BWN-HWH(CHORD) LOCAL

BARDDHAMAN (BWN) – HOWRAH JN (HWH) SUB 06:10 AM

36851 HWH – BWN (CHORD)LOCAL

HOWRAH JN (HWH) – BARDDHAMAN (BWN) SUB 21:42 PM

37305 ANDOLAN LOCAL

HOWRAH JN (HWH) – SINGUR (SIU) SUB 19:15 PM

37306 SIU-HWH LOCAL

SINGUR (SIU) – HOWRAH JN (HWH) SUB 21:05 PM

37307 HWH – HPL LOCAL

HOWRAH JN (HWH) – HARIPAL (HPL) SUB 06:52 AM

37308 HPL-HWH LOCAL

HARIPAL (HPL) – HOWRAH JN (HWH) SUB 08:30 AM

37309 HWH TAK LOCAL

HOWRAH JN (HWH) – TARAKESWAR (TAK) SUB 04:55 AM

37316 TAK-HWH LOCAL

TARAKESWAR (TAK) – HOWRAH JN (HWH) SUB 05:35 AM

37319 HWH-TAK LOCAL

HOWRAH JN (HWH) – TARAKESWAR (TAK) SUB 10:20 AM

37327 HWH – TAK LOCAL

HOWRAH JN (HWH) – TARAKESWAR (TAK) SUB 13:38 PM

37330 TAK-HWH LOCAL

TARAKESWAR (TAK) – HOWRAH JN (HWH) SUB 12:00 AM

37335 HWH-TAK LOCAL

HOWRAH JN (HWH) – TARAKESWAR (TAK) SUB 17:42 PM

37343 HWH-TAK LOCAL

HOWRAH JN (HWH) – TARAKESWAR (TAK) SUB 20:05 PM

37348 TAK-HWH LOCAL

TARAKESWAR (TAK) – HOWRAH JN (HWH) SUB 19:33 PM

37354 TAK-HWH LOCAL

TARAKESWAR (TAK) – HOWRAH JN (HWH) SUB 23:00 PM

37411 SHE-TAK LOCAL

SEORAPHULI (SHE) – TARAKESWAR (TAK) SUB 05:15 AM

37412 TAK-SHE LOCAL

TARAKESWAR (TAK) – SEORAPHULI (SHE) SUB 04:05 AM

37415 SHE TAK LOCAL

SEORAPHULI (SHE) – TARAKESWAR (TAK) SUB 08:25 AM

37416 TAK SHE LOCAL

TARAKESWAR (TAK) – SEORAPHULI (SHE) SUB 07:25 AM

37748 KWAE-BDC LOCAL

KATWA JN. (KWAE) – BANDEL JN (BDC) SUB 13:00 PM

37749 BDC – KWAE LOCAL

BANDEL JN (BDC) – KATWA JN. (KWAE) SUB 12:15 PM

37782 BWN-BDC LOCAL

BARDDHAMAN (BWN) – BANDEL JN (BDC) SUB 06:45 AM

37783 BDC-BWN LOCAL

BANDEL JN (BDC) – BARDDHAMAN (BWN) SUB 04:20 AM

37785 BDC-BWN LOCAL

BANDEL JN (BDC) – BARDDHAMAN (BWN) SUB 05:45  AM

37786 BWN-BDC LOCAL

BARDDHAMAN (BWN) – BANDEL JN (BDC) SUB 03:35 AM

37818 BWN-HWH LOCAL

BARDDHAMAN (BWN) – HOWRAH JN (HWH) SUB 05:42 AM

37855 HWH-BWN MAIN LOCAL

HOWRAH JN (HWH) – BARDDHAMAN (BWN) SUB 20:47 PM

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Thick smog engulfs Delhi, flights and trains delayed as air quality slips to very poor

Delhi remained under a thick smog cover as air quality dipped into the very poor category, causing delays in flights and train services due to low visibility.

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A dense blanket of smog covered Delhi on Saturday morning, pushing air quality into the ‘very poor’ category and disrupting flight and train operations across the national capital and adjoining areas. Reduced visibility due to smog led to delays in air and rail traffic, while authorities warned that pollution levels could worsen further in the coming days.

The Air Quality Index (AQI) in Delhi was recorded at 380, placing it in the ‘very poor’ bracket. Visuals from Bhairav Marg near Pragati Maidan showed motorists using headlights during early hours, as visibility remained low. At around 7 am, the AQI at this location stood at 433.

Nearly half of Delhi’s air quality monitoring stations reported ‘severe’ pollution levels. Anand Vihar recorded an AQI of 428 with PM2.5 as the dominant pollutant, while Jahangirpuri reported an AQI of 425.

Transport services hit by low visibility

Flight operations at Delhi airport were impacted due to low visibility conditions. The airport issued an advisory asking passengers to check with their respective airlines for updated flight information, as low visibility procedures were in place. Runway visibility was reported to be between 800 and 1,200 metres.

Live flight tracking data showed multiple flights running behind schedule. One airline also warned passengers about possible disruptions at several airports in northern and eastern India, including Delhi, due to dense fog conditions. Travellers were advised to verify flight status before heading to the airport, with options offered on select flights to reschedule or seek refunds without additional charges.

Rail services were also affected, with more than 30 trains running late by an average of three to four hours. Some long-distance trains reported delays of over six to eight hours, causing inconvenience to passengers travelling to and from the capital.

Air quality likely to worsen

The weather department had earlier forecast dense to very dense fog at isolated places over Delhi and several parts of north and central India. According to the Air Quality Early Warning System for Delhi, pollution levels are expected to remain in the ‘very poor’ category on Saturday and may slip into the ‘severe’ category on Sunday and Monday. In view of the deteriorating conditions, an ‘orange’ alert has been issued for Saturday.

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PM Modi inaugurates India’s first nature-themed airport terminal in Assam

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurates the new nature-themed terminal at Guwahati airport, the largest in Northeast India, built around bamboo, orchids and regional heritage.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate the new terminal building of Lokapriya Gopinath Bordoloi International (LGBI) Airport in Guwahati today, marking a major milestone for aviation infrastructure in the Northeast. Built at an estimated cost of around Rs 4,000 crore, the facility is being projected as the largest airport terminal in the region and a key boost to connectivity, tourism and economic activity in Assam.

The Prime Minister is scheduled to arrive in Guwahati around 3 pm as part of his two-day visit to the state.

Northeast’s largest airport terminal takes shape in Guwahati

The newly constructed terminal is nearly seven times larger than the existing one and has been designed to cater to the region’s rapidly growing air traffic. Once fully operational, it is expected to handle up to 13.1 million passengers annually by 2032.

Officials said the terminal is planned as a regional connectivity hub, with a focus on strengthening air links between India and Southeast Asia. The airport will be capable of handling up to 34 air traffic movements per hour, the highest capacity among airports in the Northeast. The facility will also be equipped with one of the most advanced Instrument Landing Systems to support safer and more efficient operations.

Nature-inspired design rooted in Assam’s identity

What sets the Guwahati terminal apart is its distinctive nature-themed architecture. Conceptualised under the theme “Bamboo Orchids”, it is being described as India’s first airport terminal inspired entirely by natural and cultural elements.

The interiors draw from the landscapes of Northeast India, with design elements reflecting indigenous orchids, locally known as Kopou Phool, and the flow of the Brahmaputra river. The terminal incorporates more than 2,000 species of plants, includes a dedicated zone inspired by Kaziranga National Park, and features artefacts representing Majuli Island.

A key architectural highlight is the expansive bamboo vault, created using around 140 metric tonnes of locally sourced bamboo. The space has been envisioned as a multifunctional cultural centre aimed at encouraging community interaction and showcasing the region’s heritage. Design elements such as japi motifs, the iconic rhino symbol and 57 orchid-inspired columns further reinforce the cultural narrative.

Arriving passengers will also experience a unique “Sky Forest”, featuring nearly one lakh plants of indigenous species, designed to create an immersive forest-like ambience within the terminal.

Focus on digital integration and passenger convenience

Spread over nearly 1.4 lakh square metres, the integrated new terminal has been designed to handle around 1.3 crore passengers annually. It is supported by significant upgrades to the runway, airfield systems, aprons and taxiways.

The terminal places strong emphasis on digital integration, with 14 entry points, including four DigiYatra gates, aimed at easing passenger movement. Facilities such as full-body scanners for non-intrusive security checks, automated baggage handling systems, fast-track immigration and AI-driven airport operations have been incorporated to ensure smoother travel experiences.

Other engagements during PM Modi’s Assam visit

During his two-day stay, the Prime Minister will also lay foundation stones for multiple development projects and address public gatherings. He is scheduled to visit the Swahid Smarak Kshetra to pay tribute to the martyrs of the historic Assam Movement.

Later in the day, PM Modi will perform the bhoomipujan for a new brownfield Ammonia-Urea Fertiliser Project at Namrup in Dibrugarh district, within the existing premises of the Brahmaputra Valley Fertiliser Corporation Limited.

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Assam train accident: Eight elephants killed after Rajdhani Express derailment in Hojai

Eight elephants were killed after the Rajdhani Express collided with a herd in Assam’s Hojai district, causing multiple coaches to derail and disrupting train services.

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At least eight elephants were killed and a calf was injured after a herd collided with the Sairang–New Delhi Rajdhani Express in Assam’s Hojai district, leading to the derailment of the locomotive and five coaches early Saturday. Railway officials confirmed that no passengers were injured in the incident.

Forest department officials said the collision occurred when the New Delhi-bound Rajdhani Express struck a herd of elephants on the tracks. The impact caused multiple coaches to derail, disrupting rail traffic on the busy route connecting the Northeast with the national capital.

Train services hit, passengers shifted to other coaches

Following the derailment, rail movement towards Upper Assam and other parts of the Northeast was affected due to damaged coaches and elephant remains scattered on the tracks. Accident relief trains and senior railway officials rushed to the site to restore services.

Passengers travelling in the affected coaches were temporarily accommodated in vacant berths in other coaches of the same train. Officials said that once the train reaches Guwahati, additional coaches will be attached to ensure all passengers can continue their journey.

Collision occurred outside designated elephant corridor

According to officials, the accident took place at a location that is not marked as a designated elephant corridor. The loco pilot reportedly applied emergency brakes after spotting the herd on the tracks, but the elephants ran into the train, resulting in the collision and derailment.

Forest authorities confirmed that eight elephants died on the spot, while one injured calf was rescued. Local residents said the herd consisted of around eight elephants at the time of the accident.

Elephant deaths in train accidents remain a concern

The incident comes amid continued concerns over wildlife deaths on railway tracks. Data shared by the Environment Ministry in Parliament earlier showed that at least 79 elephants have died in train collisions across India over the past five years, based on reports from states and Union Territories.

The ministry has said that several preventive steps are being taken in coordination with the Railways, including speed restrictions in elephant habitats, use of sensor-based detection systems, and construction of underpasses, ramps and fencing at vulnerable locations. Guidelines and capacity-building programmes have also been introduced to reduce human-animal conflict along railway lines.

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