Hyderabad, Oct 29 (HS):

In view of the severe weather conditions triggered by Cyclone Montha, the South Central Railway (SCR) has urged passengers to undertake train travel only if absolutely necessary.

Heavy rains, flash floods, and waterlogging have severely affected several parts of Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, and coastal regions, disrupting rail traffic and infrastructure.

According to SCR officials, the Mahabubabad–Dornakal–Khammam section has been particularly impacted, leading to cancellations, partial cancellations, diversions, and rescheduling of several trains. They cautioned that further operational changes may occur depending on the evolving weather situation.

To ensure continuous monitoring, war rooms have been established at both divisional and zonal levels, with officials coordinating closely with State authorities. Railway staff, Civil Defence teams, and Scouts & Guides are engaged in rescue and relief operations in affected areas.

Passengers have been advised to check real-time train status before travel through official platforms such as IRCTC, NTES, RailOne, or by calling 139. Updates on cancellations, diversions, and rescheduling will also be shared via SMS alerts and media outlets.

For passenger assistance, Help Desks and Helplines have been set up at all major railway stations across divisions.

SCR Help Desk Contact Numbers:

Secunderabad: 040-27786170 / 040-27786140

Kazipet: 0870-2576430

Warangal: 9063328082

Charlapalli: 040-27781765

Hyderabad: 9063330400

Lingampalli: 9390501704

Gudur: 08624-250795

Nellore: 9063347961

Ongole: 7815909489

Bapatla: 7815909329

Tenali: 7815909463

Vijayawada: 0866-2575167

Eluru: 7569305268

Rajahmundry: 8331987657

Samalkot: 7382383188

Tuni: 7815909479

Anakapalli: 7569305669

Bhimavaram: 7815909402

Gudivada: 7815909462

Kakinada: 0884-2374227

Guntur: 6302201468

Tirupati: 9063311778

Renigunta: 7815915626

Kadapa: 8340584700

SCR officials reiterated that passenger safety remains the top priority, and all necessary measures are being taken to restore normal services at the earliest once weather conditions improve.

---------------

Hindusthan Samachar / Jun Sarkar