Assam: Train services suspended between Archipathar and Simen Chapari due to heavy rain

Train services between Archipathar and Simen Chapari in Assam have been suspended after heavy rainfall affected railway operations. (Image generate using AI)Assam train services suspended: The Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has suspended train services between Archipathar and Simen Chapari stations in Assam following heavy rainfall. The area falls under the jurisdiction of Rangiya Division. According to the NFR, train operations have been suspended after more than 110 mm of rainfall in and around Assam’s Dhemaji district triggered flooding and severe bank erosion, affecting a railway bridge at KM 408/11-13.It said the bridge, originally built in 1965 and later converted to broad gauge (BG), was in good and safe condition. However, heavy rainfall washed away a large portion of the riverbank, causing one of its piers to become unstable. “There is no damage to any train or any injury to any person. This is a low-traffic branch line, and all traffic was already stopped beforehand due to the heavy flooding of the river,” the NFR said. Assam: Train services suspended between Murkongselek and Silapathar stations due to heavy rain The zonal railway further said that train services on the Murkongselek-Silapathar route, under the Tinsukia Division, have also been suspended until further notice. “Trains on this route will be short-terminated and short originated from Silapathar. Arrangement of buses is being made for transporting willing passengers from Murkongselek to Silapathar,” it added. NFR opens help desks at railway stations to assist passengers The zonal railway has also opened help desks at Dhemaji, Silapathar and Murkongselek stations to provide all necessary assistance to passengers. “The situation is being monitored closely by NF Railway authorities in collaboration with district and state government authorities,” it stated.Story continues below this ad Assam rainfall news The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and light to moderate rainfall at many to most places across Assam on Monday, June 29. Heavy rainfall (7–11 cm) to very heavy rainfall (12–20 cm) is also likely at isolated places in the districts of Kokrajhar, Bongaigaon, and Barpeta. Anish Mondal is a journalist with over nine years of experience covering the railways and roadways. Currently a member of the Indianexpress.com editorial team, Anish specializes in high-impact sectors. Professional Journey Anish began his career at the public broadcaster Rajya Sabha Television (now Sansad TV), where he developed a foundational understanding of legislative processes and national governance. In 2018, he transitioned to digital financial journalism at FinancialExpress.com, spending nearly six years refining his expertise in market trends and corporate reporting. Before joining The Indian Express in 2025, he served as a key contributor at ETNowNews.com. Education & Expertise Anish’s reporting is backed by a rigorous academic background in communication and the humanities: Master of Journalism and Mass Communication (MJMC) – Apeejay Stya University Post Graduate Diploma in Journalism and Production (PGTVRJP) – Apeejay Institute of Mass Communication Bachelor of Arts (English Honours) – University of Calcutta Areas of Coverage Connectivity: Detailed reporting on the expansion of Indian Railways and National Highway networks. ... Read More Tags: Assam Indian Railways Indian Railways news Ministry of Railways Northeast Frontier Railway Railway Board