South Central Railway runs special train for 1,226 stranded passengers due to Cyclone Murasu

The SCR arranged a special train and provided food and support to stranded passengers after train diversions caused by the cyclone.

By SafarSamachar Desk4 Nov 2026, 10:01 pm IST

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Key facts at a glance

1South Central Railway (SCR) arranged a special train for 1,226 stranded passengers at Kazipet
2Stranded passengers were due to train diversions caused by Cyclone Murasu
3SCR provided food, refreshments, and additional stoppages
4Round-the-clock operational monitoring was in place
5The special train ran from Kazipet to Vijayawada

The South Central Railway (SCR) dispatched a special train that carried 1,226 passengers stranded at Kazipet following the diversion of services due to Cyclone Murasu. The train ran from Kazipet to Vijayawada.

Passengers received food and refreshments on board, and the railway added extra stoppages to aid safety and convenience. SCR ran round-the-clock operational monitoring to manage the disruption and support those affected.

What this means for Indian travellers

If you are stranded due to weather disruptions, check with local railway authorities for special arrangements or assistance. The SCR has shown that it can provide support through food, additional stops, and round-the-clock monitoring during such events.

More details

Which stations were added as stops for the special train from Kazipet to Vijayawada during Cyclone Murasu?

The special train added stops at Warangal, Ramagundam and Jammikunta.

Warangal
Ramagundam
Jammikunta

Source: The Hindu

What is the refund or rebooking policy for passengers affected by Cyclone Murasu on South Central Railway?

South Central Railway will offer refunds through extra counters for tickets cancelled because of Cyclone Murasu; rebooking procedures are not detailed in the passage.

Source: The Indian Express

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