Passengers travelling between Mumbai, Vadodara, Ahmedabad, and Bhuj have been advised to check their journey plans after Indian Railways cancelled nine major trains operating on the busy Mumbai–Ahmedabad corridor on July 8. Several premium trains, including Vande Bharat Express, Tejas Express, Karnavati Express, Double Decker Express, and Sayaji Nagari Express, have been cancelled for the day due to operational reasons.
The cancellations are expected to impact thousands of passengers travelling for business, tourism, and daily commuting across Gujarat and Maharashtra.
Vande Bharat Express Cancelled
Among the biggest cancellations are both services of the premium Vande Bharat Express operating between Ahmedabad and Mumbai Central.
The cancelled trains are:
- 22962 – Ahmedabad to Mumbai Central Vande Bharat Express
- 22961 – Mumbai Central to Ahmedabad Vande Bharat Express
Tejas Express Services Suspended
Passengers travelling on the luxury Tejas Express have also been affected.
The cancelled services include:
- 82902 – Ahmedabad to Mumbai Central Tejas Express
- 82901 – Mumbai Central to Ahmedabad Tejas Express
Karnavati and Double Decker Express Also Cancelled
Indian Railways has also cancelled two of the busiest intercity services connecting Gujarat and Maharashtra.
Cancelled Double Decker Express
- 12931 – Mumbai Central to Ahmedabad Double Decker Express
- 12932 – Ahmedabad to Mumbai Central Double Decker Express
Cancelled Karnavati Express
- 12933 – Mumbai Central to Ahmedabad Karnavati Express
- 12934 – Ahmedabad to Mumbai Central Karnavati Express
Sayaji Nagari Express Cancelled
Apart from premium services, 20907 Dadar–Bhuj Sayaji Nagari Express has also been cancelled for today. The train passes through several important stations including Vadodara, making it one of the key long-distance services affected by the cancellations.
Total Trains Cancelled Today
The following nine trains remain cancelled on July 8:
| Train Number | Train Name |
|---|---|
| 22962 | Ahmedabad – Mumbai Central Vande Bharat Express |
| 22961 | Mumbai Central – Ahmedabad Vande Bharat Express |
| 82902 | Ahmedabad – Mumbai Central Tejas Express |
| 82901 | Mumbai Central – Ahmedabad Tejas Express |
| 12931 | Mumbai Central – Ahmedabad Double Decker Express |
| 12932 | Ahmedabad – Mumbai Central Double Decker Express |
| 12933 | Mumbai Central – Ahmedabad Karnavati Express |
| 12934 | Ahmedabad – Mumbai Central Karnavati Express |
| 20907 | Dadar – Bhuj Sayaji Nagari Express |
Railways Advises Passengers
Railway authorities have urged passengers to verify their train status through official railway enquiry platforms before leaving for the station. Travellers are also advised to explore alternative train options or reschedule their journeys wherever possible.
Conclusion
The cancellation of nine major trains, including Vande Bharat, Tejas, Karnavati, Double Decker, and Sayaji Nagari Express, has significantly affected rail travel on the Mumbai–Ahmedabad route. Passengers travelling from Vadodara, Ahmedabad, Mumbai, and nearby cities should confirm train schedules before commencing their journey to avoid inconvenience.
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