Archive · 23 Jul 2026
Special Trains for Flood-Affected Passengers in Assam
There was a lot of flooding in a place called Simaluguri in Assam, India.
Because of this, some train services were stopped, and other trains were sent on different routes.
To help people who were stuck, the railway decided to run some special trains.
These special trains will go between Tinsukia and Bhojo, and between New Tinsukia and Moranhat.
They will run from July 22 to July 26.
The railway is also running other special trains to help more people who are stuck because of the flooding.
Flooding in Simaluguri town, Assam, led to suspension of train services on Simaluguri–Namtiali and Simaluguri – Selenghat sections.
Long-distance trains to and from Dibrugarh and Tinsukia diverted via Rangiya – Rangapara – Dibrugarh route.
Special trains introduced between Tinsukia-Bhojo and New Tinsukia-Moranhat from July 22 to July 26.
Additional special trains already operating between Lumding – Mariani Jn. and Rangiya – Mariani Jn.
Measures taken to assist passengers affected by train disruptions due to flooding.
- Who
- Northeast Frontier Railway
- What
- Special trains for stranded passengers due to flooding
- When
- From 22.07.26 to 26.07.26
- Where
- Simaluguri town, Sivasagar district, Assam
- Why
- To assist passengers affected by train disruptions due to flooding
Passenger Convenience
Operational Safety
Train Diversion and Cancellation
Passenger Convenience
Passengers face inconvenience due to diverted and cancelled trains.
Operational Safety
Train diversions and cancellations are necessary to ensure passenger safety.
- Affected Areas
- Simaluguri town, Sivasagar district, Tinsukia Division
- Suspended Services
- Simaluguri–Namtiali and Simaluguri – Selenghat sections
- Diversion Route
- Rangiya – Rangapara – Dibrugarh
- Special Trains
- Two pairs of special trains between Tinsukia-Bhojo and New Tinsukia-Moranhat
- Operational Dates
- 22.07.26 to 26.07.26