In a move which angered Telangana protagonists, the railways have cancelled over 40 trains and all local and sub-urban train services in Hyderabad in view of Sunday’s Telangana march.
In an attempt to prevent people from other districts of Telangana from reaching Hyderabad, the South Central Railway cancelled 12 express and 25 passenger trains. Another two express and five passenger trains have also been partially cancelled.
The railways also cancelled all sub-urban train services and Multi-Modal Transport Service (MMTS) or local trains.
In an attempt to prevent people from reaching Hyderabad, 40 trains and all local and sub-urban trains have been cancelled.
The railways’ move, which reportedly came on the advise of Andhra Pradesh Police, evoked sharp reaction from Congress MPs from Telangana. They lodged their protest with railway officials and the state government.
The cancellation of trains was announced even as Telangana Joint Action Committee (JAC) accused the government of creating hurdles to foil the march despite giving permission for it.