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MS/Chennai Egmore (11 PFs)
Local Name: Ezhumbur
चेन्नै एषुंबूर (एग्मोर)
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Updated: Aug 21 (16:54)
Chennai Egmore is a major railway station in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, known for its historical significance and bustling atmosphere. The station boasts 11 platforms and offers a wide array of amenities, including waiting rooms, refreshment stalls, and luggage storage facilities. With its strategic location in the heart of the city, Egmore provides easy access to various attractions and transportation hubs.

Tourism

Kapaleeshwarar Temple: A historic Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, known for its intricate architecture.
Parthasarathy Temple: A revered Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Krishna, attracting devotees and tourists alike.
San Thome Basilica: A significant Catholic church believed to be the burial site of Saint Thomas the Apostle.
St. Mary's Church: A historical Anglican church with a beautiful colonial-era architecture.
Arulmigu Sri Vadapalani Andavar Temple: A popular Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Murugan, known for its colorful and vibrant atmosphere.

Food

Saravana Bhavan: A popular South Indian vegetarian restaurant known for its delicious dosas and idlis.
Sangeetha: A renowned vegetarian restaurant chain offering a wide variety of South Indian dishes.
Adyar Ananda Bhavan: A traditional vegetarian restaurant serving authentic South Indian cuisine.
Ratna Cafe: A well-known vegetarian restaurant serving a variety of North and South Indian dishes.
The Grand: A sophisticated vegetarian restaurant offering a fine dining experience.

Station Address

Gandhi Irwin Rd, Egmore, Chennai Ph No: 044-28194579
State: Tamil Nadu
Elevation: 10 m above sea level
Type: Regular   Category: NSG-1
Zone: SR/Southern   Division: MGR Chennai
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Number of Platforms: 11
Number of Halting Trains: 59
Number of Originating Trains: 27
Number of Terminating Trains: 27
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Today (06:14) Proposal to Expand Tirunelveli-Chennai Vande Bharat Express Due to High Demand
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Popularity soars for Nellai to Chennai VB, rlys plans capacity upgrade

Due to overwhelmingly high demand, Madurai railway division proposes expanding the Tirunelveli-Chennai Egmore Vande Bharat Express (launched Sept 24, 2023) from eight to sixteen cars. The proposal, supported by passenger associations and the Southern Railway's commercial branch, cites consistently high occupancy rates (122.72% in October and 119.55% in November). The...
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convenient timings—departing Tirunelveli at 6:00 am and arriving at Chennai Egmore at 1:50 pm, with convenient stops at Madurai (7:50 am) and Trichy (9:50 am)—contribute to its popularity. The return journey departs Chennai Egmore at 2:50 pm, reaching Tirunelveli at 10:40 pm. Divisional Railway Manager Sharad Srivastava confirmed the proposal's submission, anticipating a swift decision.

Madurai railway division ne Tirunelveli – Chennai Egmore Vande Bharat Express (Sept 24, 2023 ko launch hua tha) ko 8 se 16 coaches mein badhane ka proposal diya hai, kyunki is premium train ki demand bahut zyada hai. Yeh proposal headquarters ke paas hai, aur unko positive response ki umeed...
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hai. October mein 122.72% aur November mein 119.55% occupancy rate ke saath, yeh train bahut popular hai. Iska timing bhi bahut convenient hai – Tirunelveli se 6 am chalta hai aur Chennai Egmore 1:50 pm pe pahunchta hai. Madurai aur Trichy mein bhi convenient stops hain. Divisional Railway Manager Sharad Srivastava ne proposal submit hone ki confirm kiya hai, aur unhe jaldi decision ki umeed hai.
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Nov 13 (18:49) Goods Train Derailment in Telangana Disrupts Rail Services, 37 Trains Cancelled
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Telangana train accident: Goods train derails near Peddapalli. Check full list of cancelled, diverted trains today

A goods train carrying iron ore derailed in the Peddapalli district of Telangana, disrupting rail services. 37 passenger trains were canceled, and 10 others were affected. The derailment occurred between Raghavapuram and Ramagundam late on Tuesday night. As of Wednesday, restoration work is underway. Six trains from Akola and Akot were...
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canceled. Three trains from Daund, Nizamabad, and Sirpur Kaghaznagar were partially canceled, with some stops omitted. Ten trains from various stations were diverted, and two trains, one from MGR Chennai to Ahmedabad and another from Yeswantpur to Mirzapur, were rescheduled. Three trains from Darbhanga, Danapur, and Jaipur were regulated for a few hours on the Central Railway.

Telangana ke Peddapalli district mein, iron ore le jaane wala ek goods train derail ho gaya, jisse 37 passenger trains cancel ho gaye aur 10 se zyada trains affected ho gayi. Train derailment Mangalvaar raat ko Raghavapuram aur Ramagundam ke beech hua tha. Wednesday ko, restoration ka kaam chal raha hai....
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Akola aur Akot se chalne wali chhe trains cancel kar di gayi. Daund, Nizamabad aur Sirpur Kaghaznagar se chalne wali teen trains partially cancel ki gayi, jisme kuchh stops nahi honge. Delhi, Gorakhpur, Ahmedabad, Dannapur aur dusre stations se chalne wali das trains ko divert kiya gaya hai, aur do trains, ek MGR Chennai se Ahmedabad aur dusri Yeswantpur se Mirzapur, ko reschedule kiya gaya hai. Darbhanga, Danapur aur Jaipur se chalne wali teen trains ko Central Railway mein kuchh ghanto ke liye regulate kiya jayega.
Nov 13 (13:40) Tirunelveli-Chennai Vande Bharat Expresses to Get 16-Car Rakes Amid High Patronage
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Soon, seating capacity of Vande Bharat Express to be doubled

The highly popular Tirunelveli – Chennai Egmore Vande Bharat Express, currently operating with 8-car rakes, will be getting an upgrade with an additional 8-car set, making them 16-car trains. This decision comes after the trains consistently saw a high patronage, exceeding 120% capacity. The Madurai Railway Division requested the augmentation, citing...
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the overwhelming demand. The trains, which started in September 2023, offer a comfortable travel experience with 530 seats in Chair Cars and Executive Chair Cars. They operate with a well-timed schedule, completing the 650 km journey between Tirunelveli and Chennai in 7.5 hours with stops at several stations. Additionally, a special Vande Bharat Express running between Chennai Egmore and Nagercoil since September 2024, which already operates with 16-car rakes, also witnessed significant patronage. The expansion of the Tirunelveli – Chennai Vande Bharat is expected to further increase competition with flight services on the Chennai – Madurai/Thoothukudi routes.

Tirunelveli se Chennai Egmore jaane wala Vande Bharat Express, jiska abhi 8-car rake hai, usme 8-car aur add hone wala hai, jisse yeh 16-car train ban jaayenge. Ye decision isliye liya gaya kyunki train bahut popular hai, aur 120% capacity se zyada passengers use kar rahe hain. Madurai Railway Division ne...
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ye upgrade maanga tha, kyunki passengers ki demand bahut zyada hai. Ye train September 2023 mein start huye the, aur inme Chair Cars aur Executive Chair Cars mein 530 seats hain. Ye train bahut aache time pe chalte hain, aur 650 km ka journey Tirunelveli se Chennai 7.5 hours mein pura kar lete hain, aur raste mein kuchh stations pe rukte hain. Iske saath hi, Chennai Egmore se Nagercoil tak ek special Vande Bharat Express bhi September 2024 se chal raha hai, jiska already 16-car rake hai, aur usme bhi bahut passengers travel kar rahe hain. Tirunelveli – Chennai Vande Bharat ka expansion se Chennai – Madurai/Thoothukudi route pe flight services ki competition badhne ki ummeed hai.
Nov 13 (07:04) Vande Bharat Express to Double Capacity on Chennai-Tirunelveli Route
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Chennai-Tirunelveli Vande Bharat Express trains capacity to be doubled to 16 coaches soon

The Indian Railways will soon increase the capacity of the popular Chennai Egmore-Tirunelveli Vande Bharat Express from 8 to 16 coaches, doubling the number of seats. This decision was made due to the high demand for this train, which currently operates at an occupancy rate of 119%. The extension is expected...
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to benefit passengers traveling to south Tamil Nadu, including major stations like Madurai and Tiruchy, by providing faster and more comfortable travel. The train currently offers 7 chair cars with 78 seats each and an executive car with 56 seats, totaling 622 seats. The new 16-coach train is expected to offer over 1,100 seats. The increased capacity is expected to be achieved by doubling the number of both chair cars and executive cars.

Indian Railways jaldi hi Chennai Egmore se Tirunelveli chalne wala popular Vande Bharat Express mein 8 se 16 coaches karne wala hai, jisse seats ki number double ho jaayegi. Yeh decision train ki high demand ke wajah se liya gaya hai, jo abhi 119% occupancy rate pe chal raha hai. Isse...
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south Tamil Nadu jaane wale passengers ko fayda hoga, jisme Madurai aur Tiruchy jaise important stations bhi aate hain, aur woh fast aur comfortable travel kar payenge. Is train mein abhi 7 chair cars hain, har car mein 78 seats, aur ek executive car hai jisme 56 seats hain, total 622 seats. New 16-coach train mein 1,100 se bhi zyada seats hone ki ummeed hai. Yeh capacity increase dono chair cars aur executive cars ki number double karke ki jaayegi.
Oct 15 (20:00) Heavy Rains Lash Chennai, Tamil Nadu: Public Holiday Declared, Trains Canceled
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Heavy Rain Lashes Tamil Nadu; Severe Waterlogging In Chennai, 4 Trains Cancelled, Public Holiday Tomorrow

Chennai and other parts of Tamil Nadu experienced heavy rainfall on October 15, 2024, causing severe waterlogging and traffic disruptions. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued warnings for extremely heavy rainfall for the next 24 hours and very heavy rainfall for October 17 and 18. Due to the heavy rain, four...
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express trains were canceled, and airlines advised passengers to expect delays and congestion. The Tamil Nadu government declared a public holiday on October 16 and set up a helpline number. The state relief commissioner assured preparedness with NDRF and SDRF teams, relief centers, and medical camps. Waterlogging was reported in several areas, with the Greater Chennai Corporation working to remove water.

Chennai aur Tamil Nadu ke dusre ilaqon mein 15 October, 2024 ko bahut tez baarish hui, jisse kai jagah paani jama ho gaya aur traffic jam ho gaya. India Meteorological Department (IMD) ne aage ke 24 ghanton ke liye bahut tez baarish ki chetavani di hai, aur 17 aur 18 October...
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ke liye bhi tez baarish ki chetavani di hai. Tez baarish ki wajah se, chaar express trains cancel kar di gayi, aur airlines ne passengers ko delay aur congestion ki wajah se extra time dene ke liye kaha hai. Tamil Nadu government ne 16 October ko public holiday declare kiya aur helpline number bhi diya. State relief commissioner ne NDRF aur SDRF teams, relief centres, aur medical camps ke saath preparedness ke bare mein bataya. Kai jagah paani jama hua, Greater Chennai Corporation paani ko drain mein pump karne ka kaam kar rahi hai.
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