95% of scheduled trains operated in Bilaspur, but no data on cancellations or diversions

The question asked the Ministry of Railways to provide details on train cancellations and diversions in the South East Central Railway zone (Bilaspur and Raipur divisions) and the steps taken to ensure smooth passenger train operations. The government responded by citing infrastructure projects and operational statistics.

Asked by Smt. Jyotsna Charandas Mahant; Answered by the Ministry of Railways (Minister Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw).

• Approximately 95% of scheduled trains were operated in Bilaspur division during 2025-26.
• Over 98% of scheduled trains were operated in Raipur division during 2025-26.
• 96% of scheduled trains ran on designated routes in Bilaspur division.
• 97% of scheduled trains ran on designated routes in Raipur division.
• 9 recently completed infrastructure projects in South East Central Railway, including Kharsia-Korichhapar New Line and Champa-Jharsuguda 3rd Line.
• 17 ongoing infrastructure projects in South East Central Railway, including Kharsia-Dharamjaygarh New Line and Kharsia-Parmalkasa New Double Line.
• 33,624 Fog Safe Devices available across Indian Railways as of 31.05.2026.
• 36 projects sanctioned for Chhattisgarh state, totaling 2,398 km length and costing ₹48,202 crore.
• About 88% of tracks in South East Central Railway have been upgraded to 110 kmph and above speed potential.

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