Punjab: The Railway Department has decided to temporarily close the bypass over the Bisht Doab Canal. This step has been taken due to track repairs and necessary technical improvements. According to officials, this work is being carried out keeping passenger safety in mind and will be completed on a priority basis. Railway officials informed that some technical defects were found in a section of the track near the canal, which required urgent repairs. Therefore, the bypass has been closed to ensure smooth repair work and prevent any accidents. According to officials, this work will be completed within about a week. After this, the track will be reopened and rail services will resume normally. However, some trains have been rerouted and some services have been temporarily cancelled.
Passengers may experience some inconvenience during this time. The Railways has urged passengers to check train status before their journey to avoid any inconvenience. For this purpose, it is advised to use the railway’s official website and helpline number. The railway department also clarified that there will be no compromise on safety. The track will be thoroughly inspected and repaired according to standards, so that such problems do not recur in the future. Local residents say that the closure of this bypass has affected traffic in the area, but they agree that this step is necessary for safety. They expressed hope that the railway department will complete the work within the stipulated time. Overall, this step taken by the railway is aimed at ensuring safety and smooth operations. Now it remains to be seen whether the repair work is completed within the stipulated timeframe and when rail services will be fully restored.
Punjab: Railway bypass on Bisht Doab Canal closed
