Seven MEMU passenger trains cancelled in Guntur region due to cyclone Arnab

South Coast Railway has cancelled seven MEMU passenger train services in the Vijayawada, Guntur and Repalle sections on October 27 and 28 as a precautionary measure in view of the approaching cyclonic storm Arnab.

According to a press release issued by the Guntur Division on Tuesday, train No. 67247, operating between Narasapur and Guntur, has been cancelled on October 27.

Six services scheduled for October 28 have also been cancelled. They are train No. 67229 (Vijayawada–Guntur), 67223 (Guntur–Repalle), 67224 (Repalle–Tenali), 67249 (Guntur–Repalle), 67250 (Repalle–Guntur) and 67248 (Guntur–Vijayawada).

The cancellations have been announced as a safety precaution in view of the impending cyclone.

Passengers have been advised to check train running status through official Indian Railways channels or at station enquiry counters before commencing their journeys. The railway administration expressed regret over the inconvenience caused to passengers.