Northern Railways Resumes Key Train Services In Jammu From September 21

Following a period of heavy rainfall and subsequent waterlogging in the Jammu division, Northern Railways had to suspend several train services to ensure passenger safety. However, with the improvement in weather conditions and the completion of necessary safety inspections, the railway authorities have announced the resumption of key long-distance trains. This marks a significant step towards restoring normalcy and providing commuters with reliable travel options.

List Of Trains Resuming Operations

The following trains are scheduled to resume operations from September 21, 2025:

• Train No. 12238 – Jammu Tawi to Varanasi

• Train No. 12332 – Jammu Tawi to Howrah

• Train No. 12356 – Jammu Tawi to Patna

Additionally, Train No. 12920 – Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra to Dr Ambedkar Nagar, is set to resume from September 22, 2025.

These services are part of the third phase of restoration efforts, as confirmed by Senior Divisional Commercial Manager Uchit Singhal.

Why Suspension Happened & Precautions Taken

Northern Railways stated that the cancellations and early terminations were necessary due to heavy rains causing waterlogging and potential damage to tracks and bridges. The Jammu Divisional Railway Manager, Vivek Kumar, along with other officials, has been reviewing affected sections to ensure safety before resuming services. 

In addition, Senior Divisional Commercial Manager Uchit Singhal explained that these four trains are being re-operated under the third phase of restoration, following earlier phases in which some services had already been revived. Passengers are advised to check the Northern Railway website or helpline numbers before travelling, to avoid surprises in case of last-minute changes. 

Jammu region recorded heaviest rainfall in decades, including 380 mm of rain by early September — the heaviest single‐day total since 1910. On one day in late August, the area saw over 360 mm in less than 38 hours. 

Flooding, landslides, soil erosion (especially along the Chakki river), as well as misalignments and breaches in the Pathankot-Jammu section caused track damage and operational disruptions. 

A total of 58 trains were fully cancelled to and from Jammu & Katra during peak disruption. 64 more trains were short-terminated or short-originated (i.e. they did not complete their full route or started/ended earlier than scheduled). On specific days, 22-train cancellations, 27 short terminations were reported. By September 3, authorities had cancelled 68 incoming and outgoing trains till September 30, while 24 trains were announced to resume. The disruption impacted key routes: Jammu-Katra pilgrim traffic, Jammu-Udhampur, and the Pathankot-Jammu stretch were heavily affected. Over 2,500 passengers were rescued from stranded trains during the flooding period; among them, more than 800 had been trapped for over 28 hours.

This restoration starting September 21 marks an essential step toward normalcy. As services resume, travellers are urged to keep tabs on official sources, check train status, and expect that some disruptions may continue until infrastructure assessments and repairs are fully completed.

FAQs

1. When will Northern Railways resume train services in Jammu?
Northern Railways will resume key train services in Jammu starting September 21, 2025, with the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra train resuming from September 22.

2. Which trains are resuming operations in Jammu?
Trains resuming include Jammu Tawi to Varanasi (12238), Jammu Tawi to Howrah (12332), Jammu Tawi to Patna (12356), and Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra to Dr Ambedkar Nagar (12920).

3. Why were train services in Jammu suspended?
Services were suspended due to heavy rainfall, waterlogging, and damage to tracks and bridges, ensuring passenger safety while infrastructure was assessed.

4. Are passengers advised to check train status before traveling?
Yes, passengers should check the Northern Railway website or helpline numbers before traveling, as some disruptions may continue even after partial restoration.

5. How severe was the rainfall that caused train disruptions in Jammu?
Jammu recorded its heaviest rainfall in decades, including 380 mm by early September, leading to flooding, landslides, and operational disruptions for over 120 train services.