More than 120 train services across Northern Railway’s Delhi Division are affected between September 11 and September 13, 2026. The disruptions encompass cancellations, route diversions, short-terminations, delayed commencements, and rescheduled departures during this three-day period.
Scope and Types of Train Service Disruptions
Northern Railway’s operational adjustments impact a wide range of services, including flagship and long-distance trains as well as daily local commuter trains such as EMU and MEMU sets. Many local suburban trains connecting stations like Ghaziabad, Palwal, Shakurbasti, New Delhi, Hazrat Nizamuddin, and Delhi Shahdara face full or partial cancellations. Passenger movements during this interval will experience significant scheduling modifications.
Key Stations and Routes Affected
Train operations departing from or
passing through principal stations including New Delhi, Old Delhi (Delhi Junction), Hazrat Nizamuddin, and Ghaziabad are disrupted. The affected routes encompass suburban connections between these hubs and peripheral nodes like Palwal, Shakurbasti, and Delhi Shahdara within the National Capital Region.
Cause of Disruptions and Official Response
Northern Railway has attributed the extensive train modifications to essential operational requirements linked to the BRICS Summit hosted in Delhi. The railway administration is executing necessary adjustments to manage traffic flow and accommodate summit-related security and logistic arrangements. Chief Public Relations Officer Himanshu Shekhar Upadhyay described the service changes as unavoidable and emphasized efforts to minimize passenger inconvenience over the
short term.
Advisory for Passengers
Travelers intending to use Northern Railway services through the Delhi NCR from September 11 to September 13 are advised to anticipate cancellations and diversions. Northern Railway recommends consulting official sources such as the railway helpline, NTES app, and IRCTC portals for real-time train running status before commencing journeys.
