Lahaban-Simultala Track Reopens After 70 Hours; Patna-Howrah Jan Shatabdi, 2 Others Cancelled

• Train operations resumed on the Jasidih-Jhajha section between Lahaban and Simultala after a goods train derailment 70 hours ago.
• The derailment occurred near Telwa Halt on December 27 at 11:30 PM, suspending services on the track.
• Three trains, including Patna-Howrah Jan Shatabdi (12024/12023) and Ara Junction-Durg South Bihar Express (13288), are cancelled for December 31.
• Cancellations are due to technical issues and safety concerns, causing inconvenience for New Year's travelers.
• Eastern Railway GM Milind Deouskar supervised restoration; passengers advised to check train status for refunds.

Why It Matters: Track reopens after 70 hours, but 3 trains cancelled for Dec 31 due to safety concerns.