Train operations suspended on Kalka-Shimla railway line after cracks develop

The trains include Shivalik Deluxe (52451/52), Himdarshan Express Vistadome (52459/60) and Himalyan Queen Express (52455/56) as well that will only operate till Taradevi station on the heritage line.

In a statement, the Ambala railway division said, “Due to repair work in view of cavities formation near the bridge No. 800 at km 92/6-7 between Jutogh and Summer Hill railway stations, traffic movement on Kalka Shimla section has been suspended between Jutogh and Summer Hill.”

“Considering passenger convenience, all seven pairs of train services will be operationalised on June 23 and 24 with trains being short terminated/short originated at Tara Devi, Kandaghat, Solan and Barog stations,” it read.