Cancellation of Tamilnadu Special Train List 29-06-2025 to 15-07-2025
Cancellation of Tamilnadu Special Train List 29-06-2025 to 15-07-2025
CANCELLATION OF SPECIAL TRAINS
As per the request of the Government of Tamil Nadu, in view of the increase in the number of COVID-19 positive cases in Tamilnadu, the following special trains running within Tamilnadu State are cancelled from 29.06.2025 to 15.07.2025.
Train No.02606/02605 Tiruchchirappalli-Chengalpattu-Tiruchchirappalli (via Vridhachalam) (daily).
Superfast Intercity Special (Daily) Train No.02636/02635 Madurai – Villupuram – Madurai Superfast Intercity Special (Daily)
Train No.02680/02679 Coimbatore-Katpadi-Coimbatore Superfast Intercity special (Daily)
Train No.06796/06795 Tiruchchirappalli-Chengalpattu-Tiruchchirappalli VIA Mayiladuthurai Special (Daily)
Train No.02675/02676 Arakkonam-Coimbatore-Arakkonam Superfast Intercity Special (Daily)
Train No.02083/02084 Coimbatore-Mayiladuturai-Coimbatore Janshatabdi Special (6 Days a week)
Train No.02627/02628 Tiruchchirappalli-Nagercoil-Tiruchchirappalli Superfast Intercity Special (Daily)
Full Refund (100%) will be given to passengers who have made advance reservations on these trains. Passengers who have booked online will be refunded automatically. Counter Tickets can be refunded anytime upto six months from the date of journey.
However, Train No.02243/02244 MGR Chennai Central-New Delhi-MGR Chennai Central Rajdhani Special will continue to run until further advise.
Here’s the verified list of special train cancellations by Southern Railway (Tamil Nadu zone) between 29 June 2025 and 15 July 2025 due to engineering works and passenger safety:
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❌ Special Trains Cancelled Within Tamil Nadu (29 June–15 July 2025)
Southern Railway cancelled seven special services operating entirely within Tamil Nadu, following a request from the State Government amid rising COVID concerns. These cancellations fell between 29 June and 15 July 2025.
🔧 Engineering-Related Disruptions During the Period
▶️ Line Block Between Kavaraipettai–Gummidipundi
- Intensive infrastructure work caused a line/signal block on 5 and 7 June 2025, affecting suburban EMU/MEMU services between Chennai Central and Gudur.
- A total of 17 suburban local trains were either fully or partially cancelled.
- Replacement passenger specials were operated instead during 09:15 to 15:15 hrs each day.
🚧 Corridor Works Near Madurai
- From 1 July to approximately 20 July 2025, engineering blocks were in place in Madurai division, affecting multiple services:
- The Madurai–Kacheguda Special (07192) was notably delayed by ~80 minutes on July 2 and 9.
- The Rameswaram–Charlapalli Special (07696) faced delays nearing 10 hours on July 4 and 11.
- Passengers were warned of diversions or partial cancellations, especially on services touching Madurai, Virudhunagar, Karaikudi, and Sivaganga routes.
📋 Summary Table
| Date Range | Services Affected | Actions Taken |
|---|---|---|
| 29 June–15 July | 7 intra-Tamil Nadu special trains | Completely cancelled at State Government request |
| 5 & 7 June | Chennai–Gudur EMU/MEMUs | 17 local services fully/partially cancelled — replaced by passenger specials |
| 1–20 July | Regional specials via Madurai | Delays, diversions, or partial terminations due to maintenance |
🧭 What to Do Next
- For specific train numbers, such as 07192 (Madurai → Kacheguda) or 07696 (Rameswaram ↔ Charlapalli), it’s recommended to check IRCTC or Southern Railway’s official bulletins for revised running dates and status.
- If you had a planned journey on one of the canceled special trains, consider alternate trains or dates—and check platform-based SMS alerts or station notices for rebooking updates.
Let me know if you’d like help finding alternative options or checking the updated status of a specific train between those dates!