·       The Sealdah railway disruption caused by emergency maintenance near Dum Dum Junction has led to massive train cancellations in Kolkata, affecting routes like Sealdah-Dankuni and Sealdah-Habra.

·       Train cancellations hit Sealdah line, disrupting Kolkata commuters. Check Sealdah-Dankuni, Sealdah-Habra updates, and alternative travel options. #KolkataTravel

Kolkata’s bustling railway network faces a major shake-up this weekend as Eastern Railway announces urgent maintenance work near Dum Dum Junction, leading to widespread train cancellations and rescheduling. Local trains on the Sealdah-Dankuni, Sealdah-Habra and Sealdah-Barasaat routes are among the worst hit with long-distance trains like the Puri-Sealdah Duronto Express also facing delays. This sudden disruption set for July 26th-27th, 2025 has left commuters scrambling for alternatives. Here’s everything you need to know about the cancellations, rescheduled routes and how to navigate the chaos.

Details & Context

Eastern Railway’s announcement of critical maintenance work near Dum Dum Junction has sent shockwaves through Kolkata’s commuter network. The maintenance, scheduled for Saturday and Sunday (July 26th-27th, 2025) will disrupt train services for approximately seven hours each day. According to posts found on X and corroborated by web updates from railway authorities, the work is essential to ensure track safety and operational efficiency but comes at the cost of significant inconvenience for passengers.

The affected routes include popular local trains like Sealdah-Dankuni, Sealdah-Habra, Sealdah-Dattapukur, Sealdah-Bongaon and Sealdah-Barasaat. Long-distance trains including the Puri-Sealdah Duronto Express, Uttar Banga Express and Darjeeling Mail face rescheduling or route diversions. A detailed notification from Eastern Railway, widely shared on social media platforms like X, lists the impacted trains and revised schedules.

List of Cancelled Trains

Saturday, July 26th, 2025

- Sealdah-Dankuni: Up 32249 / Down 32252

Sunday, July 27th, 2025

- Sealdah-Habra: Up 33653 / Down 33654

- Sealdah-Dattapukur: Down 33612

- Sealdah-Bongaon: Up 33817 / Down 33824

- Sealdah-Barasaat: Up 33431 / Down 33432

- Sealdah-Dankuni: Up 32211, 32213, 32215, 32217, 32219 / Down 32212, 32214, 32216, 32218, 32220

Shortened Routes (Sunday, July 27th, 2025)

- Bongaon-Sealdah Local (Down 33812): Terminates at Dum Dum Cantonment instead of Sealdah.

- Sealdah-Bongaon Local (Up 33813): Starts from Dum Dum Cantonment instead of Sealdah.

- Bongaon-Sealdah Local (Down 33814): Terminates at Barasaat instead of Sealdah.

- Sealdah-Bongaon Local (Up 33815): Starts from Barasaat instead of Sealdah.

Long-Distance Train Updates

- Puri-Sealdah Duronto Express (22202, Journey Starting July 26th): Rescheduled by 3 hours and 30 minutes, departing Puri at 23:15 instead of 19:45. It will be regulated at Baranagar Road Station until the maintenance block is lifted.

- Uttar Banga Express (13148, Down, Journey Starting July 26th): Diverted via Bandel-Naihati-Dum Dum Junction instead of Dankuni-Dum Dum Junction with an additional stop at Belgharia.

- Darjeeling Mail (12344, Down, Journey Starting July 26th) and Padatik Express (12378, Down, Journey Starting July 26th): Diverted via Bandel-Naihati-Dum Dum Junction.

Quotes

·       A recent X post from a commuter (@TravelWoesKolkata) sums up the frustration: “Sealdah line down again.! How are we supposed to plan our weekends with these sudden cancellations.? #KolkataRailways #TrainChaos.”

·       Eastern Railway’s official statement, as shared on X, emphasizes safety: “The maintenance near Dum Dum Junction is critical for passenger safety and long-term reliability. We regret the inconvenience and urge commuters to check updated schedules.”

·       A local vendor near Sealdah Station told a news outlet, “These cancellations hit small businesses hard. Fewer passengers mean fewer customers for us.”

Additional Information

The maintenance work is part of Eastern Railway’s ongoing efforts to upgrade infrastructure, as confirmed by recent web reports. The Dum Dum Junction area a critical hub has faced similar disruptions in the past with a notable maintenance block in 2024 causing comparable cancellations. X posts from rail enthusiasts highlight that such works are often unavoidable but poorly communicated, leading to commuter frustration.

For real-time updates, Eastern Railway has advised passengers to follow their official X handle (@EasternRailway) or visit their website. Alternative travel options, such as buses or metro services are being recommended, though metro lines may see overcrowding due to the influx of stranded passengers. The Kolkata Metro’s Blue Line, connecting Dum Dum to Kavi Subhash is expected to be a popular alternative.

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Impact Analysis

The cancellations and rescheduling will affect thousands of daily commuters, particularly those relying on the Sealdah-Dankuni and Sealdah-Habra routes for work or weekend travel. Students, office-goers and small business owners near stations like Barasaat and Dum Dum Cantonment are likely to face the brunt of the disruption. Long-distance travelers, especially those on the Puri-Sealdah Duronto or Darjeeling Mail, may need to adjust travel plans significantly.

Social media sentiment on X reflects growing irritation with hashtags like #TrainCancellations and #SealdahChaos trending locally. A recent post by @KolkataCommuter noted, “Metro is already packed and now with these cancellations, it’s going to be a nightmare.!” The economic impact on local vendors and businesses around Sealdah Station could be significant, as footfall is expected to drop sharply over the weekend.

Conclusion

The emergency maintenance on the Sealdah railway line while necessary for safety has thrown Kolkata’s train network into disarray for July 26th-27th, 2025. With multiple local trains cancelled, routes shortened and long-distance trains rescheduled, commuters must plan ahead to avoid disruptions. Eastern Railway’s efforts to communicate via X and official channels are a step in the right direction but clearer, more timely updates could ease commuter woes. For now, checking alternative transport options like the Kolkata Metro or buses is the best bet.

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