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10 Trains Cancelled, 6 Diverted from Amritsar Station, Passengers Face Inconvenience
✍️ Amar Ujala · Amritsar
🗓 26 Sep 2026, 10:36 PM
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Indian Railways cancelled ten trains and rerouted six services originating from Amritsar, leaving commuters stranded and causing significant inconvenience.
Amritsar railway station saw a sudden disruption on Wednesday as Indian Railways announced the cancellation of ten scheduled trains and the diversion of six others. The decision, issued by railway officials, was communicated through public notices and station announcements, but the specific operational reasons were not detailed in the release.
The cancellations affected both long‑distance and regional services, leaving passengers who had booked tickets for the day scrambling for alternatives. Many commuters reported long queues at ticket counters and a surge in inquiries to the railway helpline as they sought replacement trains or refunds.
Railway authorities urged affected travelers to check the official website or mobile app for real‑time updates on train statuses. They also advised passengers to arrive early at the station to explore any available seats on diverted services, which were rerouted to nearby junctions to maintain partial connectivity.
The disruption underscores ongoing challenges in managing train schedules during peak travel periods, and officials indicated that they are working to restore normal operations as swiftly as possible.
The cancellations affected both long‑distance and regional services, leaving passengers who had booked tickets for the day scrambling for alternatives. Many commuters reported long queues at ticket counters and a surge in inquiries to the railway helpline as they sought replacement trains or refunds.
Railway authorities urged affected travelers to check the official website or mobile app for real‑time updates on train statuses. They also advised passengers to arrive early at the station to explore any available seats on diverted services, which were rerouted to nearby junctions to maintain partial connectivity.
The disruption underscores ongoing challenges in managing train schedules during peak travel periods, and officials indicated that they are working to restore normal operations as swiftly as possible.