What I am trying to say here is that trains between KCG-YPR can also go via RC - GWD or KSN - DKC and not necessarily via GY-PDL-DHNE- GWD.

As already explained, GTL ( serving station for BAY) , Adoni, MALM and RC are also having equal importance as is KRNT.

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trains are introduced to cover as many areas as possible rather than with single agenda of shortest route which is why you see NDL- KRNT DEMU & GNT - KCG via DHNE which is twice the distance of road transport / shortest route.

After diversion of KSK express via UBL ( although longer route) , it is still getting good occupancy. You can check IRCTC site for seat availability.

DHNE - MBNR should be made FEDL at the earliest. At the same time there are alternate routes coming up ( as explained earlier ) which are shortest routes too.

Also, can single lines be upgraded to 130 / 160 kmph speed or they should be first doubled ?

FYI, trial run has been successfully completed in Makthal - Maganur section. By next March it will reach KSN.

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