Kolkata, October 27, 2026: The impact of Cyclone Arnab is beginning to affect railway services, with four long-distance train services on routes connected to Howrah and Jagdalpur cancelled for specified dates. The decision has been taken as a precautionary measure amid concerns over adverse weather conditions and passenger safety.
According to reports citing South Eastern Railway, the cancellations affect passengers travelling between Howrah, Jagdalpur and Rourkela. Some services will remain suspended until the end of October, while others will be cancelled until the first week of November.
Which trains have been cancelled?
The affected services and their cancellation schedules are as follows:
18005 Howrah–Jagdalpur Express: Cancelled from October 27 to October 30, 2026.
18006 Jagdalpur–Howrah Express: Cancelled from October 28 to October 31, 2026.
18107 Rourkela–Jagdalpur Express: Cancelled from October 29 to November 4, 2026.
18108 Jagdalpur–Rourkela Express: Cancelled from October 30 to November 5, 2026.
These changes may inconvenience passengers travelling along the affected routes, particularly those with confirmed reservations during the cancellation period.
Cyclone Arnab is intensifying over the Bay of Bengal and is expected to affect parts of eastern and southern India. Forecasts of strong winds and heavy rainfall have prompted railway authorities to take advance precautions and modify train operations on vulnerable routes.
The cancellations form part of wider railway disruptions linked to the developing weather system, with additional services in other regions also facing operational changes.
Passengers are advised to verify their train's latest running status before leaving for the station. Those holding tickets for the affected services should check the applicable cancellation dates and contact the relevant railway authorities for information about refunds or alternative travel arrangements.
Updates can be checked through the official Indian Railways website and the National Train Enquiry System (NTES).
Travellers are encouraged to follow official railway advisories as weather conditions evolve and further operational changes may be announced.
Note: Train schedules and cancellation details should be rechecked through official railway channels before publication or travel.
