Cyclone Arnab Forces Cancellation of 61 Trains in Andhra Pradesh: What You Need to Know

As Cyclone Arnab approaches the Andhra Pradesh coast, the South Coastal Railway has cancelled 61 trains to ensure passenger safety. The state government has allocated Rs. 27 crore for relief operations across 20 districts. With a focus on minimizing damage and loss of life, various departments are coordinating emergency responses and precautionary measures. Passengers are urged to check train statuses before traveling. Stay informed about the latest updates on this developing situation.

By Narendra Chaudhary Oct 26, 2026, 23:28 IST

Impact of Cyclone Arnab on Train Services

Visakhapatnam: In response to the impending Cyclone Arnab, which is expected to make landfall on the Andhra Pradesh coast on October 28, the South Coastal Railway has announced the cancellation of 61 trains.

The railway authorities have decided to cancel, shorten, or terminate several train services to ensure passenger safety.

From October 29 to November 4, the Visakhapatnam-Kirandul and Kirandul-Visakhapatnam Night Express services will not operate.

Additionally, the Visakhapatnam-Koraput Passenger train will be cancelled from October 27 to October 30, with its pairing train also suspended from October 28 to October 31.

The Intercity Express services between Visakhapatnam and Koraput are cancelled on October 30 and 31.

Moreover, the Visakhapatnam-Kirandul and Kirandul-Visakhapatnam Passenger trains will not run from October 27 to October 30.

A total of 53 trains scheduled to depart from various locations in Andhra Pradesh on October 27 and 28 have been cancelled.

This includes routes such as Rajahmundry to Vijayawada Junction, Machilipatnam to Vijayawada Junction, and several others.

Passengers are advised to verify the status of their trains and check cancellation details before heading to the stations.

In light of the cyclone threat, the Andhra Pradesh government has allocated Rs. 27 crore to 20 districts for relief efforts.

Each of the districts including Bapatla, Krishna, and West Godavari will receive Rs. 2 crore, while Rs. 1 crore has been designated for other districts like Srikakulam and Guntur.

The state is enhancing its readiness to manage Cyclone Arnab, focusing on safeguarding lives and minimizing property damage.

Various departments are collaborating on precautionary measures, evacuation strategies, and emergency response plans to mitigate the cyclone's effects.

The Real Time Governance Society (RTGS) is actively monitoring the situation, with Secretary Bhaskar Katamneni and CEO Prakhar Jain overseeing preparedness efforts.

Officials are providing regular updates to Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu regarding the measures being taken and the overall readiness for the cyclone.