Mega Block Leads to Schedule Revision Effective from April 11, Weekly Special Train to Run as per New Timetable

Significant revisions have been made to the timing and route of the Vadodara–Mau Special Train operated by Western Railway, with the aim of facilitating passengers and accommodating additional crowds. This change has been implemented due to a mega block on the Kanpur Central–Kanpur Bridge Left Bank section in the Lucknow division of Northern Railway. The train is now being operated from Pratapnagar Station instead of Vadodara Junction and will commence and terminate from here starting April 11, 2026.

According to a press release, the train’s route has also been altered. Previously, the train ran via Tundla, Kanpur Central, Lucknow, and Sultanpur, but it will now be operated on a new route via Tundla, Govindpuri, Prayagraj, Gyanpur Road, Banaras, and Aunrihar.

Under train numbers 09195/09196 Pratapnagar–Mau Weekly Special, train number 09195 Pratapnagar–Mau Superfast Special will depart from Pratapnagar every Saturday at 4:00 PM and arrive in Mau the next day at 6:00 PM. This service will run from April 11, 2026, to July 25, 2026.

Meanwhile, train number 09196 Mau–Pratapnagar Superfast Special will depart from Mau every Sunday at 11:25 PM and arrive at Pratapnagar on Tuesday at 3:15 AM. This service will operate from April 12, 2026, to July 26, 2026.

This train will have stops in both directions at Vadodara, Godhra, Dahod, Ratlam Junction, Kota Junction, Gangapur City, Bayana Junction, Rupbas, Agra Cantt, Fatehabad, Bhabor, Etawah, Govindpuri, Prayagraj Junction, Gyanpur Road, Banaras, Varanasi, and Aunrihar stations.

Railway administration has requested passengers to obtain detailed information regarding train stops, timings, and composition.

Vadodara Junction

Vadodara Junction is a major railway station in Gujarat, India, originally established in 1861 during the British colonial era. It was significantly developed under the patronage of Maharaja Sayajirao Gaekwad III, who modernized Baroda’s infrastructure. Today, it remains a crucial hub on the Mumbai-Delhi route and is noted for its distinctive Indo-Saracenic architectural style.

Pratapnagar Station

Pratapnagar Station is a railway station in Vadodara, Gujarat, India, serving as a key stop on the Western Railway line. It was historically significant as the station where the funeral train carrying the ashes of Mahatma Gandhi made a stop in February 1948, allowing thousands of mourners to pay their final respects during its journey to Allahabad. Today, it remains an important local transport hub in the city.

Kanpur Central

Kanpur Central is one of India’s busiest railway stations, located in the city of Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh. It was originally built in 1930 as “Cawnpore North Barracks” during British colonial rule and was later renamed and expanded. The station is a major transportation hub for northern India and is historically significant for its role in the country’s railway network.

Lucknow

Lucknow is the capital city of India’s Uttar Pradesh state, renowned as the historic cultural and political center of the Nawabs of Awadh during the 18th and 19th centuries. This era left a lasting legacy of refined etiquette, classical music, poetry, and magnificent Mughal-inspired architecture, including the Bara Imambara and Rumi Darwaza. The city was also a significant site during the 1857 Indian Rebellion against British rule.

Prayagraj Junction

Prayagraj Junction is a major railway station in the city of Prayagraj (formerly Allahabad) in Uttar Pradesh, India. It was originally established in 1859 as part of the East Indian Railway Company during the British colonial era, playing a key role in connecting northern and eastern India. Today, it remains a vital transportation hub, especially significant during the Kumbh Mela, one of the world’s largest religious gatherings held in the city.

Banaras

Banaras, also known as Varanasi, is one of the world’s oldest continuously inhabited cities and a major spiritual hub of Hinduism, located on the banks of the Ganges River in India. Its history spans over 3,000 years, with ancient texts and legends linking it to the god Shiva, making it a central site for pilgrimage, rituals, and learning. Today, it remains renowned for its ghats, temples, and as a profound center of philosophy, music, and Indian culture.

Varanasi

Varanasi, also known as Kashi, is one of the world’s oldest continuously inhabited cities and a major spiritual hub of Hinduism in India. Situated on the banks of the Ganges River, it is believed to have been founded by Lord Shiva over 5,000 years ago. Pilgrims visit its sacred ghats to perform rituals and seek liberation, making it a profound center of faith, philosophy, and ancient traditions.

Agra Cantt

Agra Cantt, short for Agra Cantonment, is a major military cantonment and railway station area in the city of Agra, India. Established by the British Indian Army in the 19th century, it served as a key strategic military base and remains an important operational area for the Indian Army today. While primarily a military and transport hub, its location provides access to nearby UNESCO World Heritage sites like the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort.