Technical failure disrupts Algiers-Batna train service

Railway traffic between Algiers and Batna faced a sudden disruption this evening after a 'Coradia' train suffered a mechanical failure near the Draâ El Mizan-Oumar station in Bouira province. Unable to continue the journey by train, passengers were redirected to bus services organized by the National Rail Transport Company and the local transport directorate. The recurring nature of these technical faults has sparked concerns regarding maintenance standards and service reliability on this vital route, prompting calls for more consistent operations.