Special Train Service Introduced Between Visakhapatnam and Kollam via Coimbatore

Railway administration announces special train service between Visakhapatnam and Kollam via Podanur route, operating weekly from September 9 to November 27, 2023. The train will pass through Coimbatore, benefiting passengers in the region.


Coimbatore: The Railway Administration has announced the introduction of a special train service between Visakhapatnam in Andhra Pradesh and Kollam in Kerala, passing through the Podanur route. This information was released in a press note issued by the railway authorities on the evening of September 6.

According to the announcement, the Visakhapatnam-Kollam weekly special train (No. 08539) will operate from September 9 to November 27, 2023. The train will depart from Visakhapatnam at 8:20 AM on Wednesdays and arrive at Kollam railway station at 12:55 PM the following day.

In the return direction, the Kollam-Visakhapatnam weekly special train (No. 08540) will run from September 10 to November 28, 2023. It will depart from Kollam at 7:35 PM and reach Visakhapatnam at 11:20 PM the next day.

This new train service, passing through Coimbatore, is expected to benefit passengers traveling between Andhra Pradesh and Kerala, providing a convenient transportation option for those in the region. The introduction of this special train is likely to enhance connectivity and facilitate easier travel for people in these states.

Sri Ramakrishna Hospital hosts CME conference focused on cardiac diagnostics

Sri Ramakrishna Hospital in Coimbatore hosted ECHO ESSENTIALS 2026, a cardiology conference with expert sessions, live d...

VCK Functionary Files Complaint Against Vijay for Allegedly Influencing Children for Electoral Gains

A VCK functionary in Coimbatore has filed a complaint with the City Police Commissioner against Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam...

Assembly Elections: Constituency-wise Voter Turnout Details in Coimbatore District

Coimbatore district recorded 84.67 percent voter turnout in Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. The Election Commission relea...

Traffic Restrictions on GD Naidu Flyover for Two Nights Starting Tonight

Coimbatore's GD Naidu flyover from Uppilipalayam to Chinniyampalayam will be closed for vehicle traffic from 10 PM to 6...

Bike-Borne Miscreant Hurls Stone at Parked Car in Broad Daylight at Avinashi Road

A helmet-wearing man on a two-wheeler threw a stone at a car parked outside a residence in Avarampaalayam, Coimbatore, s...

Tamil Nadu Agricultural University Coimbatore Organizes Training on Value-Added Products from Mushroom and Moringa

Tamil Nadu Agricultural University in Coimbatore is conducting a two-day training program on April 28-29, 2026, to teach...