Jammu, 09 October 2026: There is important and relieving news for passengers on the Pathankot - Joginder Nagar Narrow Gauge rail section falling under the Jammu Division of Northern Railway.

After the narrow gauge track was found safe on all safety parameters and fit for train operation, the railway administration has decided to restore the train services that were temporarily closed on this route.

This decision has been approved by the Divisional Railway Manager, Jammu Division. As per the approval, regular operation of a total of four pairs of narrow gauge trains on this section will be resumed from 11th October 2026. With the resumption of these trains, thousands of daily passengers, students, traders and tourists of Pathankot, Kangra, Baijnath, Jwalamukhi Road and Joginder Nagar area will get direct benefit.

The details of the narrow gauge trains being restored are as follows. Firstly, two pairs of trains between Pathankot - Baijnath Paprola, Train No. 52465/52470 and Train No. 52467/52474 will run as per their scheduled timings and stations. Secondly, one pair of train between Baijnath Paprola - Jwalamukhi Road, Train No. 52464/52469 will be operated, which will be extremely convenient for devotees visiting the Jwalamukhi temple. Thirdly, one pair of train between Baijnath Paprola - Joginder Nagar, Train No. 52473/52472 will be run, which will re-establish direct connectivity to Joginder Nagar.

Jammu Division is committed to the convenience and safety of passengers. The railway administration has issued necessary instructions to all concerned stations for smooth operation of trains. Passengers are requested to confirm the train timings from Rail Help Helpline 139, NTES App or the enquiry window of the concerned railway station before their journey.

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