1. Weekly Special Trains for Devotees· The
Southern Railway has announced
weekly special trains connecting
Chennai Egmore and
Kollam.· These trains aim to
accommodate the large influx of devotees visiting sabarimala during the
Ayyappa Mandala Puja season.
2. Schedule & Timings· Trains will operate
once a week with carefully planned
departure and arrival times to ensure smooth travel for pilgrims.· Exact train schedules are available on the
official indian Railways website and at
Chennai Egmore and kollam stations.
3. Booking Details·
Ticket bookings will be available in advance via
IRCTC online portal, as well as at railway reservation counters.· Early booking is
highly recommended due to the high demand during the pilgrimage season.
4. Comfort & Safety Measures· These special trains will include
clean and safe coaches for a
comfortable journey, especially for long-distance pilgrims.· Additional
security and medical arrangements will be in place to handle large crowds effectively.
5. Supporting Pilgrimage Travel· By running these special trains, Southern Railway is
facilitating a smoother travel experience for thousands of devotees.· This initiative also aims to
reduce road congestion along the Chennai-Kollam corridor during the peak pilgrimage season.
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