Anticipating fog, 22 trains cancelled in Phagwara from Dec to March 26

Passengers in Punjab are staring at travel disruptions this winter as Northern Railways has announced the cancellation of 56 trains in Punjab between December 2025 and March 2026, keeping in mind the chances of dense fog in that period. The cancellations, aimed at ensuring safety during low visibility, will heavily impact Phagwara, where 22 trains services have been suspended, causing inconvenience to daily commuters and long-distance travellers.

Phagwara Station Superintendent Davinder Singh confirmed the cancellations, stating they were communicated well in advance to allow passengers to reschedule. “Dense fog during peak winter months reduces visibility to dangerous levels, making safe operations difficult. This proactive measure is necessary to prevent delays, accidents and congestion on busy routes,” he said.

The affected trains include Gareeb Rath Express, Janseva Express, Nangal Dam Express, Amritsar–Ajmer Express, Akal Takht Express, Durgiana Express, Yoga Nagri Jammu Tawi Express, Lal Kuan–Amritsar Express and Kolkata–Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Express. Additionally, the Amritsar–Chandigarh Express will not stop at Jalandhar City and the Intercity Express is suspended until early March.

Most cancellations will be in effect from the first week of December through late February or early March, covering the peak fog season in Punjab. Authorities have urged passengers to check updated schedules before booking or traveling.