Passengers planning to travel to or from Puri by train between March 11 and May 16, 2026, are advised to check their train schedules before booking tickets. The East Coast Railway has announced temporary changes to several train services due to major infrastructure development work at Puri Railway Station.
According to railway officials, the station is undergoing major modernization work, including the construction of a ballastless track system and the development of Platforms 7 and 8. These upgrades aim to improve passenger safety, station capacity, and operational efficiency, especially for pilgrims visiting the famous Jagannath Temple.
Key Highlights
- Work Period: March 11 – May 16, 2026
- Reason: Ballastless track construction and development of Platforms 7 & 8 at Puri Railway Station
- Affected Services: Several trains will be short-terminated or short-originated instead of reaching Puri
- Alternate Stations:
- Sakhigopal Railway Station
- Bir Purushottampur Railway Station
- Khurda Road Junction
- Malatipatpur Railway Station
Major Trains Affected
- Sealdah–Puri Duronto Express
- Lokmanya Tilak–Puri Express
- Howrah–Puri Express
- Tirupati–Puri Express
- Indore–Puri Express
- Rourkela–Puri Express
- Sambalpur–Puri Intercity Express
Passenger Support
- Bus services will be arranged between the short-terminated stations and Puri.
- Passengers are advised to check train numbers, travel dates, and updated schedules before planning their journey.
These upgrades are expected to significantly improve the overall travel experience and station infrastructure at Puri in the future.
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