Train Route Alterations Due to Derailment of Train Number 12506 Near Raghunathpur Station

In a recent and tragic incident, some coaches of Train Number 12506, the North East Express, en route from Anand Vihar Terminal to Kamakhya, derailed at approximately 9:35 PM near Raghunathpur station in the Danapur division.

The derailment has resulted in a loss of four lives and left over 70 passengers injured. The safety and recovery of passengers remain paramount, and all necessary measures are being taken to provide them with the best possible care.

Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya issued a statement, expressing deep condolences for the lives lost and the injured passengers in the train accident in Buxar.

He emphasized the need for quick and optimal medical treatment and extended support to the affected passengers. Instructions have been relayed to AIIMS, Patna, to ensure that the injured receive the best medical care.

Changes in Train Routes:

In response to the derailment and to minimize disruptions to train operations, the following temporary changes have been made in the operation of trains running on the Anand Vihar Terminal-Kamakhya Express route:

1. Diversion of Train Routes: Several trains on this route have been temporarily diverted to alternative paths. Passengers are urged to stay informed about the revised schedules of these trains.
2. Cancellation of Some Services: Certain train services scheduled to operate on this route have been canceled until further notice. Passengers with reservations on these trains are advised to seek alternative travel options or applicable refunds.
3. Rescheduled Train Timings: Departure and arrival timings of several trains on this route have been adjusted to reduce inconvenience to passengers. Travelers are encouraged to check the updated schedules before planning their journeys.
4. Enhanced Safety Measures: Railway authorities have bolstered safety protocols in the region to prevent any further incidents and to ensure the safety of passengers. Efforts to clear the derailed train from the tracks and restore normalcy are currently underway.

DN Trains

Sr.	Train	Train Name	JCO	Remarks
1	12149	PUNE-DNR EXPRESS	10.10.23	Diverted via DDU-SSM-ARA
2	12141	LTT-PPTA EXPRESS	10.10.23	Diverted via DDU-SSM-ARA
3	12424	RAJDHANI EXPRESS	11.10.23	Diverted via DDU-SSM-ARA
4	12368	ANVT BGP VIKRAMSHILA EXP	11.10.23	Diverted via DDU-GAYA-PNBE
5	15623	BGKT-KYQ EXPRESS	10.10.23	Diverted via DDU-GAYA-PNBE
6	15633	BKN-GHY EXPRESS	11.10.23	Diverted via DDU-GAYA-PNBE
7	12310	NDLS-RJPB TEJAS RAJ EXP	11.10.23	Diverted via DDU-GAYA-PNBE
8	22406	ANVT-BGP GARIB RATH	11.10.23	Diverted via DDU-GAYA-PNBE
9	12488	ANVT-JBN SUPERFAST EXP	11.01.23	Presently at DLN to be backed to DDU & diverted via DDU-GAYA-PNBE
10	15484	DLI-APDJ SIKKIM MAHANANDA EXPRESS	11.01.23	Presently at DHA to be backed to DDU & diverted via DDU-GAYA-PNBE
11	22466	ANVT-MDP SUF	11.10.23	Diverted via DDU-GAYA-PNBE

UP Trains

Sr.	Train	Train Name	JCO	Remarks
1	19484	BJU – ADI – EXPRESS	11.10.23	Diverted Via ARA-SSM-DDU
2	12423	DBRG-NDLS RAJDHANI EXPRESS	10.10.23	Diverted Via ARA-SSM-DDU
3	22449	GHY-NDLS EXPRESS	11.10.23	Diverted Via ARA-SSM-DDU
4	12150	DNR-PUNE EXP	11.10.23	Diverted Via ARA-SSM-DDU
5	13201	PNBE LTT EXPRESS	11.10.23	Diverted via PNBE-GAYA-DDU
6	15483	APDJ-DLI SIKKIM MAHANANDA EXPRESS	11.10.23	Diverted via PNBE-GAYA-DDU
7	22972	PNBE – BDTS SUF EXPRESS	11.10.23	Diverted via PNBE-GAYA-DDU

Authorities continue to work tirelessly to restore regular train operations on the Anand Vihar Terminal-Kamakhya Express route as soon as possible. Investigations into the cause of the derailment are ongoing, with the aim of preventing such incidents in the future.