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Pune Division’s 15‑day mega block begins today, Saturday, September 19, 2026, to commission the third line between Hadapsar and Ghorpadi. Across September 19 to October 4, 42 trains are cancelled and 25 diverted. Early casualties include the Pune–Solapur Intercity on multiple days. Expect crowding and altered timings on unaffected services across the Central Railway network.
Rail teams will run pre‑non‑interlocking and non‑interlocking works at Pune and Hadapsar yards, affecting crossovers and signalling. Disruptions vary by date and train number, so check NTES or 139 before leaving home. Today brings diversions that bypass Pune and short terminations at Khadki or Daund, impacting boarding plans and last‑mile travel.
Pune Railway mega block: today’s cancellations and diversions
Here are September 19 changes that matter now. Use this snapshot to plan boarding and connections, then confirm live status on NTES. Diversion routes decide whether Pune or Daund will be skipped, while short terminations shift origin points to Khadki, affecting first‑mile timing and coach position at departure.
| Train no. | From–To | Status today | Note/route |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12169 | Pune–Solapur Intercity | Cancelled | Service not running |
| 12170 | Solapur–Pune Intercity | Cancelled | Service not running |
| 71407 | Pune–Daund DEMU | Cancelled | Service not running |
| 71411 | Pune–Baramati DEMU | Cancelled | Service not running |
| 12221 | Pune–Howrah Duronto | Diverted | Via Lonavala–Panvel–Kalyan–Igatpuri–Manmad |
| 22159 | CSMT–Chennai Express | Diverted | Via Kalyan–Igatpuri–Manmad–Daund; skips Pune |
| 11077 | Pune–Jammu Tawi Jhelum | Rescheduled | Departs Pune 5:50 pm |
| 12129 | Pune–Howrah Azad Hind | Rescheduled | Departs Pune 7:05 pm |
Pune Railway mega block: refund and reschedule options
If your e‑ticketed train is cancelled, refunds are automatic; no action is required. If you skip travel due to diversion, short termination or rescheduling, file a Ticket Deposit Receipt on IRCTC: My Bookings → File TDR. For counter tickets on cancelled trains, visit a PRS counter within three days with your ticket and ID. Keep PNR alerts as proof.
Pune Railway mega block: travel alternatives and tips
Consider Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation buses or reliable private operators for Pune–Solapur, Pune–Kolhapur and Pune–Mumbai corridors. If you must use rail, route via Daund or Miraj where feasible. Arrive early, track platform changes, and expect Ganeshotsav crowding. Recheck status 60–30 minutes before departure on NTES or 139; lists and timings are being revised daily during the block.