NEL disruption: No train services at 11 stations due to power fault; Sengkang-Punggol LRT also down
Train services have been disrupted between the North East Line's Farrer Park and Punggol Coast MRT stations. 12 Aug 2025 12:31PM (Updated: 12 Aug 2025 12:40PM)
SINGAPORE: Train services have been disrupted on the North East Line between Farrer Park and Punggol Coast MRT stations due to a power fault, according to transport operator SBS Transit.
Sengkang-Punggol LRT services have also been disrupted.
Follow live as we bring you updates from the ground: MRT
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