Landslide Buries Indonesian Railway Line, Disrupting Services

A significant landslide has disrupted train services in West Java, Indonesia. The incident, which occurred on Sunday evening, buried a crucial railway line connecting Cipatat Station in West Bandung Regency and Cianjur. The affected section, located at Km 74+9/0 between Cibeber and Lampegan stations, was found to have structural issues that posed a risk to train safety.

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Berdasarkan hasil pemeriksaan, dinyatakan bahwa jalur tersebut untuk sementara waktu tidak aman dilalui oleh perjalanan kereta api

KAI Daop 2 Bandung, the local railway operator, has confirmed the cancellation of the Siliwangi train (345) service between Cipatat and Sukabumi, with trains now terminating at Cianjur. This measure is a precautionary step to ensure the safety of all passengers and operations. The morning service on Monday, April 20, 2026, from Sukabumi to Cipatat (KA 342 Siliwangi) has also been canceled.

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Keselamatan merupakan hal yang tidak dapat ditawar. Untuk itu, jalur pada petak jalan Cibeber-Lampegan kami nyatakan tidak dapat dilalui sementara waktu hingga proses perbaikan selesai dilakukan

The railway company has apologized for the inconvenience caused and assured passengers that a 100% refund, excluding booking fees, is available. They are expediting repairs to restore normal service as quickly as possible, prioritizing safety and adhering to operational standards. The disruption highlights the ongoing challenges of maintaining critical infrastructure in Indonesia, particularly in areas prone to natural disasters.

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