Punctuality of trains in Northern Region affected due to fog

New Delhi, Nov 10 (UNI) The punctuality of trains has been affected due to onset of winter and seasonal fog in the Northern Region.

A number of trains including Nauchandi Express, Shramjeevi Express, Ala Hazrat Express and Doon Express etc., have been getting delayed due to fog in the Northern Region.

According to a release from the Railway Ministry, to ensure safe movement of passengers, the trains are being run at lower speeds.

However, the slow movement of trains causes bunching on the tracks and at terminal stations.

More trains, both passenger and freight, are expected to be delayed due to onset of winter and thickening of fog in the days to come the release said.

The Railways have requested the passengers and other concerned persons to check up train arrival and departure timings through internet, voicemail or telephone service of the railways.

The website addresses of Indian Railways and Northern Railway are www.indianrail.gov.in and www.nr.indianrail.gov.in.

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