Heavy Rainfall Disrupts Train Services in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana
Amid heavy rainfall in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, train services have been disrupted due to waterlogging on the tracks at several locations. South Central Railway has cancelled over 20 trains and diverted more than 30.
Cancelled and Diverted Trains
Some of the cancelled trains include:
- 12713 Vijayawada – Secunderabad
- 12714 Secunderabad – Vijayawada
- 17201 Guntur – Secunderabad
- 17233 Secunderabad – Sirpur Kaghaznagar
- 12706 Secunderabad – Guntur
- 12705 Guntur – Secunderabad
Some of the diverted trains include:
- 20811 Visakhapatnam – Nanded
- 12739 Visakhapatnam – Tirupati
- 03241 Danapur – Bengaluru
- 12642 Nizamuddin – Kanniyakumari
- 11019 CST Mumbai – Bhubaneswar
- 11020 Bhubaneswar – CST Mumbai
- 18519 Visakhapatnam – LTT Mumbai
- 12727 Visakhapatnam – Hyderabad
- 12759 Tambaram – Hyderabad
Helpline Numbers
To ensure the safety and convenience of passengers, helpline numbers have been set up:
| Location | Helpline Number |
|---|---|
| Hyderabad | 27781500 |
| Warangal | 27782751 |
| Kazipet | 27782660 |
| Khamman | 27782885 |
Government Response
Andhra Pradesh Human Resources Development Minister Nara Lokesh assessed the flood-affected areas in the Mangalagiri constituency and interacted with residents to ensure relief measures were reaching them. Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu held a review meeting and instructed officials to be vigilant, declare holidays for schools in affected areas, and install warning boards near overflowing streams and rivers.
Doubts Revealed
Andhra Pradesh -: Andhra Pradesh is a state in the southern part of India. It is known for its rich culture and history.
Telangana -: Telangana is another state in southern India. It was formed in 2014 when it separated from Andhra Pradesh.
South Central Railway -: South Central Railway is one of the zones of Indian Railways. It manages train services in parts of southern and central India.
Nara Lokesh -: Nara Lokesh is a politician in Andhra Pradesh. He is the son of former Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu.
Chandrababu Naidu -: Chandrababu Naidu is a well-known politician in India. He has served as the Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh.
Helpline numbers -: Helpline numbers are special phone numbers people can call for help or information during emergencies.
