Nilgiri Mountain Railway Services Cancelled Till November 13 Due to Heavy Rain Damage

Coimbatore: Southern Railway has cancelled Nilgiri Mountain Railway (NMR) services on November 11, 12 and 13 following heavy rains in the Nilgiris that triggered landslides at several locations.

Boulders and mud have fallen onto the railway tracks, while fallen trees have also obstructed train movement. Railway personnel are engaged in restoration work despite the challenges posed by the difficult terrain and weather conditions. However, officials said the extensive obstructions have delayed the completion of restoration work.

Train No. 56136, operating from Mettupalayam to Udagamandalam, and Train No. 56137, operating from Udagamandalam to Mettupalayam, have been cancelled on November 11, 12 and 13. The Mettupalayam-Udagamandalam special train (No. 06171) scheduled for November 13 has also been cancelled.