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MAS/MGR Chennai Central (12 PFs)
Local Name: Chennai Central, Madras Central,MGR Central
पुरट्चि तलैवर डाॅ. एम. जी. रामचंद्रन (चेन्नै) सेंट्रल
புரட்சித் தலைவர் டாக்டர் எம்.ஜி. இராமச்சந்திரன் (சென்னை ) மத்திய

Track: Quadruple Electric-Line

Updated: Sep 06 (18:34)
MGR Chennai Central (MAS) is a major railway station in Chennai, India, serving as a central hub for the Southern Railway zone. It boasts 12 platforms, making it a bustling transportation center. The station is known for its vibrant atmosphere, offering various amenities like food stalls, shops, and waiting areas.

Tourism

Kapaleeshwarar Temple: A historic Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, known for its intricate architecture.
Parthasarathy Temple: A prominent temple dedicated to Lord Krishna, with a unique chariot festival.
San Thome Basilica: A Roman Catholic basilica built over the tomb of Saint Thomas, one of the apostles of Jesus.
St. Mary's Church: A historic Anglican church dating back to the 17th century.
The Marina: A sprawling beach that offers stunning views and a peaceful ambiance.

Food

Saravana Bhavan: A popular South Indian vegetarian restaurant known for its dosas and idlis.
A2B (Adyar Ananda Bhavan): Offers a wide range of South Indian vegetarian dishes, including their famous filter coffee.
Sangeetha: A well-established chain serving authentic South Indian vegetarian cuisine.
Krishna Sweets: A popular spot for sweets and snacks, also known for its vegetarian meals.
Ratna Cafe: A local favorite offering delicious vegetarian South Indian fare at affordable prices.

Station Address

Kannappar Thidal, Station Rd, Periyamet, Chennai Central 600003
State: Tamil Nadu
Elevation: 3 m above sea level
Type: Terminus   Category: NSG-1
Zone: SR/Southern   Division: MGR Chennai
MAS/MGR Chennai Central is in Recent News
Number of Platforms: 12
Number of Halting Trains: 12
Number of Originating Trains: 75
Number of Terminating Trains: 75
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Rating: 4.4/5 (840 votes)
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transportation - excellent (108)
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Sep 01 (19:04) Several Trains Cancelled Due to Waterlogging in Andhra Pradesh
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Sep 01 2024 (19:04)
Station Tag: Vijayawada Junction/BZA added by Exynos9611~/2099623

Sep 01 2024 (19:04)
Station Tag: MGR Chennai Central/MAS added by Exynos9611~/2099623
Andhra rains: Southern Railway announces cancellation of express trains

Due to waterlogging at Rayanapadu Station in Vijayawada-Kazipet section of Andhra Pradesh, Southern Railway has cancelled several express trains. The affected trains include: 1. Train No. 12621 Dr MGR Chennai Central - New Delhi Tamil Nadu Express leaving Chennai at 10.00 pm on Sunday (Sep 1). 2. Train No. 12269 Dr...
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MGR Chennai Central - H.Nizamuddin Duronto Express leaving at 06.35 am on Monday (Sep 2). 3. Train No. 12656 Dr MGR Chennai Central - Ahmedabad Navjeevan Express leaving at 10.10 am on Monday. 4. Train No. 06509 KSR Bengaluru - Danapur Humsafar Express leaving at 07.15 am on Monday. 5. Train No. 12852 Dr MGR Chennai Central - Bilaspur Express leaving at 3.40 pm on Monday.

Andhra Pradesh mein Vijayawada-Kazipet section mein Rayanapadu Station pe pani bharne ki wajah se, Southern Railway ne kai express trains cancel kar di hain. Ye hain affected trains: 1. Train No. 12621 Dr MGR Chennai Central - New Delhi Tamil Nadu Express jo Chennai se Sunday (Sep 1) ko raat 10.00...
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baje chalta hai. 2. Train No. 12269 Dr MGR Chennai Central - H.Nizamuddin Duronto Express jo Monday (Sep 2) ko subah 06.35 baje chalta hai. 3. Train No. 12656 Dr MGR Chennai Central - Ahmedabad Navjeevan Express jo Monday ko subah 10.10 baje chalta hai. 4. Train No. 06509 KSR Bengaluru - Danapur Humsafar Express jo Monday ko subah 07.15 baje chalta hai. 5. Train No. 12852 Dr MGR Chennai Central - Bilaspur Express jo Monday ko dopahar 3.40 baje chalta hai.
Aug 31 (09:30) Three New Vande Bharat Trains to Enhance Connectivity and Boost Religious Tourism in India
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Aug 31 2024 (09:31)
Station Tag: Bareilly Junction/BE added by JaiVidarbha^~/2064393

Aug 31 2024 (09:31)
Station Tag: Krishnarajapuram/KJM added by JaiVidarbha^~/2064393

Aug 31 2024 (09:31)
Station Tag: Bengaluru Cantt. (Bangalore)/BNC added by JaiVidarbha^~/2064393

Aug 31 2024 (09:31)
Station Tag: Tirunelveli Junction/TEN added by JaiVidarbha^~/2064393

Aug 31 2024 (09:31)
Station Tag: Nagercoil Junction/NCJ added by JaiVidarbha^~/2064393

Aug 31 2024 (09:31)
Station Tag: Lucknow Junction NER/LJN added by JaiVidarbha^~/2064393

Aug 31 2024 (09:31)
Station Tag: Meerut City Junction/MTC added by JaiVidarbha^~/2064393

Aug 31 2024 (09:31)
Station Tag: Tambaram/TBM added by JaiVidarbha^~/2064393

Aug 31 2024 (09:31)
Station Tag: Salem Junction/SA added by JaiVidarbha^~/2064393

Aug 31 2024 (09:31)
Station Tag: Chennai Egmore/MS added by JaiVidarbha^~/2064393

Aug 31 2024 (09:31)
Station Tag: MGR Chennai Central/MAS added by JaiVidarbha^~/2064393

Aug 31 2024 (09:31)
Station Tag: Kanniyakumari/CAPE added by JaiVidarbha^~/2064393

Aug 31 2024 (09:31)
Station Tag: Madurai Junction/MDU added by JaiVidarbha^~/2064393

Aug 31 2024 (09:31)
Station Tag: KSR Bengaluru City Junction (Bangalore)/SBC added by JaiVidarbha^~/2064393

Aug 31 2024 (09:31)
Train Tag: Lucknow - Meerut City Vande Bharat Express/22489 added by JaiVidarbha^~/2064393

Aug 31 2024 (09:31)
Train Tag: Bengaluru Cantt. - Madurai Vande Bharat Express/20672 added by JaiVidarbha^~/2064393

Aug 31 2024 (09:31)
Train Tag: Nagercoil - Chennai Egmore Vande Bharat Express/20628 added by JaiVidarbha^~/2064393

Aug 31 2024 (09:31)
Train Tag: Chennai Egmore - Nagercoil Vande Bharat Express/20627 added by JaiVidarbha^~/2064393

Aug 31 2024 (09:31)
Train Tag: Madurai - Bengaluru Cantt. Vande Bharat Express/20671 added by JaiVidarbha^~/2064393

Aug 31 2024 (09:31)
Train Tag: Meerut City - Lucknow Vande Bharat Express/22490 added by JaiVidarbha^~/2064393
PM Narendra Modi to flag off 3 new Vande Bharat Express trains today: Check routes, timings, stops

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will flag off three new Vande Bharat Express trains on August 31st. These trains will connect Chennai Central to Nagercoil, Madurai to Bengaluru Cantonment, and Meerut City to Lucknow. The Chennai Central to Nagercoil train will be flagged off from Chennai Central but will operate regularly from...
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Chennai Egmore, running daily except Wednesdays. It is expected to facilitate pilgrims travelling to the Meenakshi Amman Temple in Madurai and the Kumari Amman Temple in Kanniyakumari. The train will depart from Chennai Egmore at 5am and reach Nagercoil at 1:50pm. The Madurai to Bengaluru Cantonment train will connect the temple city of Madurai with Bengaluru, departing from Madurai at 5:15am and reaching Bengaluru Cantonment at 1pm. The Meerut City-Lucknow Vande Bharat train will begin its regular service from Lucknow on Sunday and from Meerut on Monday, operating six days a week. This train is expected to boost religious tourism in the region by providing faster travel to pilgrimage sites like Digambar Jain Temple, Mansa Devi Mandir, Surajkund Temple, and Augharnath Temple. It will depart from Meerut City at 6:35am and arrive in Lucknow's Charbagh railway station at 1:45pm.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi aaj, 31 August ko, teen new Vande Bharat Express trains ko flag off karenge. Ye trains Chennai Central se Nagercoil, Madurai se Bengaluru Cantonment aur Meerut City se Lucknow connect karenge. Chennai Central se Nagercoil train ko Chennai Central se flag off kiya jaayega, lekin yeh regularly...
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Chennai Egmore se operate karegi, har din chaliyega, Wednesdays chhod kar. Yeh train Madurai me Meenakshi Amman Temple aur Kanniyakumari me Kumari Amman Temple jaane waale pilgrims ke liye aasan karega. Train Chennai Egmore se 5am pe niklegi aur Nagercoil pe 1:50pm pe pahuchegi. Madurai se Bengaluru Cantonment train Madurai city ko Bengaluru se connect karegi, Madurai se 5:15am pe niklegi aur Bengaluru Cantonment pe 1pm pe pahuchegi. Meerut City-Lucknow Vande Bharat train apna regular service Sunday ko Lucknow se aur Monday ko Meerut se start karegi, haftee me 6 din chalega. Yeh train region me religious tourism ko boost karega kyunki yeh Digambar Jain Temple, Mansa Devi Mandir, Surajkund Temple aur Augharnath Temple jaane ke liye faster travel provide karega. Train Meerut City se 6:35am pe niklegi aur Lucknow ke Charbagh railway station pe 1:45pm pe pahuchegi.
Aug 22 (19:10) Train Cancellations and Delays on South Eastern Railway
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Aug 22 2024 (19:10)
Station Tag: MGR Chennai Central/MAS added by Exynos9611~/2099623

Aug 22 2024 (19:10)
Station Tag: Chennai Egmore/MS added by Exynos9611~/2099623
হাওড়া থেকে আচমকা বাতিল ট্রেন, মাথায় হাত যাত্রীদের

South Eastern Railway has announced the cancellation of Train No. 12839, Howrah-MGR Chennai Central Mail, on Thursday, August 22nd, 2024. Several other trains have been delayed including Train No. 12841 Shalimar-MGR Chennai Central, Train No. 18030 Shalimar-LTT Mumbai Express, Train No. 12857 Howrah-Digha Tamralipta Express, Train No. 12858 Digha-Howrah Tamralipta Express,...
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Train No. 22897 Howrah-Digha Kandari Express, and Train No. 22898 Digha-Howrah Kandari Express. The railway has apologized for the inconvenience caused to passengers.

South Eastern Railway ne Train No. 12839, Howrah-MGR Chennai Central Mail, ko Thursday, August 22nd, 2024 ko cancel kar diya hai. Kai aur trains bhi delay ho gayi hain jaise Train No. 12841 Shalimar-MGR Chennai Central, Train No. 18030 Shalimar-LTT Mumbai Express, Train No. 12857 Howrah-Digha Tamralipta Express, Train No. 12858...
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Digha-Howrah Tamralipta Express, Train No. 22897 Howrah-Digha Kandari Express, aur Train No. 22898 Digha-Howrah Kandari Express. Railway ne passengers ko inconvenience ke liye maaf maangi hai.
Aug 06 (09:25) Chennai Division to Implement KAVACH Train Collision Avoidance System
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Aug 06 2024 (09:25)
Station Tag: Renigunta Junction/RU added by MysuruExpress/915229

Aug 06 2024 (09:25)
Station Tag: Arakkonam Junction/AJJ added by MysuruExpress/915229

Aug 06 2024 (09:25)
Station Tag: MGR Chennai Central/MAS added by MysuruExpress/915229
Chennai Division to Implement KAVACH Train Collision Avoidance System

The Chennai Division of the Indian Railways will implement the KAVACH Train Collision Avoidance System. This system will be installed at Renigunta Junction (RU), Arakkonam Junction (AJJ), and MGR Chennai Central (MAS) stations.

Indian Railways ke Chennai Division mein KAVACH Train Collision Avoidance System lagaaya jaayega. Ye system Renigunta Junction (RU), Arakkonam Junction (AJJ), aur MGR Chennai Central (MAS) stations par install kiya jaayega.
Aug 05 (17:03) Vande Bharat Express Routes in South India: Details on Train Numbers, Schedules, and Stops
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Aug 05 2024 (17:03)
Station Tag: Tirunelveli Junction/TEN added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836

Aug 05 2024 (17:03)
Station Tag: Vijayawada Junction/BZA added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836

Aug 05 2024 (17:03)
Station Tag: Yesvantpur Junction/YPR added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836

Aug 05 2024 (17:03)
Station Tag: Kacheguda/KCG added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836

Aug 05 2024 (17:03)
Station Tag: Kasaragod/KGQ added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836

Aug 05 2024 (17:03)
Station Tag: Thiruvananthapuram Central (Trivandrum)/TVC added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836

Aug 05 2024 (17:03)
Station Tag: Tirupati/TPTY added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836

Aug 05 2024 (17:03)
Station Tag: Secunderabad Junction/SC added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836

Aug 05 2024 (17:03)
Station Tag: Dharwad/DWR added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836

Aug 05 2024 (17:03)
Station Tag: KSR Bengaluru City Junction (Bangalore)/SBC added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836

Aug 05 2024 (17:03)
Station Tag: SMVT Bengaluru/SMVB added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836

Aug 05 2024 (17:03)
Station Tag: Ernakulam Junction (South)/ERS added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836

Aug 05 2024 (17:03)
Station Tag: Coimbatore Junction/CBE added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836

Aug 05 2024 (17:03)
Station Tag: Mysuru Junction (Mysore)/MYS added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836

Aug 05 2024 (17:03)
Station Tag: MGR Chennai Central/MAS added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836

Aug 05 2024 (17:03)
Station Tag: SMVT Bengaluru/SMVB added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836

Aug 05 2024 (17:03)
Station Tag: Kalaburagi Junction (Gulbarga)/KLBG added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836

Aug 05 2024 (17:03)
Station Tag: Bhubaneswar/BBS added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836

Aug 05 2024 (17:03)
Station Tag: Visakhapatnam Junction/VSKP added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836
Trains:  Visakhapatnam - Bhubaneswar Vande Bharat Express/20842   Kalaburagi - SMVT Bengaluru Vande Bharat Express/22231   show more
Mysuru - MGR Chennai Central Vande Bharat Express/20608   MGR Chennai Central - Coimbatore Vande Bharat Express/20643   Ernakulam Jn. - Bengaluru Cantt. Special Fare Vande Bharat Special/06001   Bengaluru Cantt. - Ernakulam Jn. Special Fare Vande Bharat Special/06002   KSR Bengaluru - Dharwad Vande Bharat Express/20661   Secunderabad - Visakhapatnam Vande Bharat Express/20834   Visakhapatnam - Secunderabad Vande Bharat Express/20833   Secunderabad - Tirupati Vande Bharat Express/20701   Thiruvananthapuram Central - Kasaragod Vande Bharat Express/20634   Kasaragod - Thiruvananthapuram Central Vande Bharat Express/20633   Yesvantpur - Kacheguda Vande Bharat Express/20704   Kacheguda - Yesvantpur Vande Bharat Express/20703   Thiruvananthapuram Central - Mangaluru Central Vande Bharat Express/20632   Mangaluru Central - Thiruvananthapuram Central Vande Bharat Express/20631  
Vande Bharat Train South India: दक्षिण की यात्रा पर जा रहे हैं, तो सफर को आसान बना देंगी 13 वंदे भारत ट्रेनें, जानिए रूट्स और टाइमिंग

The Vande Bharat Express, a semi-high-speed train, is known for its comfortable travel experience and reduced travel time. It operates on numerous routes across South India, making travel within the region convenient. This article details the current routes, their respective train numbers, departure and arrival times, days of operation, and important...
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stops. The routes include: Tirunelveli-Chennai, MGR Chennai-Vijayawada, Kacheguda/Secunderabad - Yesvantpur/Bengaluru, Thiruvananthapuram Central-Kasaragod, Secunderabad-Tirupati, Secunderabad-Visakhapatnam, Visakhapatnam-Secunderabad, KSR Bengaluru-Dharwad, Ernakulam-Bengaluru, Chennai-Coimbatore, Chennai-Mysore, Kalaburagi-Bengaluru, and Visakhapatnam-Bhubaneswar.

Vande Bharat Express ek semi-high-speed train hai, jo ki bahut comfortable travel experience aur kam time mein journey complete karne ke liye famous hai. Yeh South India ke kaafi saare routes pe chalti hai, aur South India mein travel karna bahut easy bana deti hai. Is article mein saare current routes...
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ke details diye gaye hain, jaise ki train numbers, departure aur arrival time, days of operation, aur important stops. Routes mein hain: Tirunelveli-Chennai, MGR Chennai-Vijayawada, Kacheguda/Secunderabad - Yesvantpur/Bengaluru, Thiruvananthapuram Central-Kasaragod, Secunderabad-Tirupati, Secunderabad-Visakhapatnam, Visakhapatnam-Secunderabad, KSR Bengaluru-Dharwad, Ernakulam-Bengaluru, Chennai-Coimbatore, Chennai-Mysore, Kalaburagi-Bengaluru, aur Visakhapatnam-Bhubaneswar.
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