Bengaluru - Mangaluru Train Services Resume on Yedakumari-Shiribagilu Route After Boulder Clearance

Puttur, June 21, 2025: Train services have resumed on the Yedakumari-Shiribagilu railway section after a temporary disruption caused by a boulder landslide early this morning. The incident, reported at 4:23 AM, saw large boulders and debris fall onto the tracks, halting operations and causing significant delays. Thanks to the swift action of railway authorities, the tracks have been cleared, and services are back on track with a temporary speed restriction of 20 kmph.

The landslide occurred near a tunnel, with images showing massive rocks obstructing the railway line, surrounded by uprooted vegetation and scattered debris. Railway teams worked diligently, and by 9:10 AM, the section was certified safe for train movement. The first train to resume its journey was the KSR Bengaluru – Kannur Express (Train No. 16511), which departed Yedakumeri at 9:18 AM, despite a delay of over six hours. Following closely, the SMVT Bengaluru – Murudeshwar Express (Train No. 16585) left Donigal at 9:34 AM, also delayed by about six hours.

The affected route connects key stations including Yedakumari, Shiribagilu, Sakleshpur, Donigal, and Subrahmanya Road, serving popular train services such as:

• KSR Bengaluru – Kannur Express (Train No. 16511): Runs from Bengaluru to Kannur via Yedakumari, with a delayed departure from Yedakumeri at 9:18 AM (over 6 hours late).
• SMVT Bengaluru – Murudeshwar Express (Train No. 16585): Travels from Sir M. Visvesvaraya Terminal Bengaluru to Murudeshwar, departing Donigal at 9:34 AM (delayed by 6 hours).
• Vijayapura – Mangaluru Central Express Special (Train No. 07377): Operates from Vijayapura to Mangaluru Central, currently at Sakleshpur awaiting clearance.

The Vijayapura – Mangaluru Central Express Special (Train No. 07377) is currently at Sakleshpur, awaiting clearance as the earlier trains move ahead. Passengers are advised to check live updates on the NTES or Where is My Train app for the latest schedule changes. In case of emergencies, the railway helpline

@RailwaySeva

or the number 139 is available for assistance.

This incident highlights the challenges of maintaining railway safety in hilly and monsoon-prone regions. Authorities are likely to investigate the cause of the landslide and may implement additional safety measures, such as improved drainage or slope reinforcement, to prevent future occurrences.

Credit: Dakshina Kannada District Railway Users- Check the Tweet

🚨 Train Movement Resumes After Boulder Clearance 🚨

Following a temporary disruption between Yedakumari and Shiribagilu due to boulders falling on the track at 4:23AM on 21.06.2025, the section has been cleared and certified fit for movement with a 20 kmph speed restriction as… pic.twitter.com/iqMQt1BSWe

— Dakshina Kannada District Railway Users (@dkdistrictrail) June 21, 2025 

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