Thiruvananthapuram-Charlapalli Amrit Bharat Express Launched: Enhancing South Indian Connectivity
The Southern Railway zone has officially launched the Thiruvananthapuram North-Charlapalli Amrit Bharat Express, marking a significant addition to India's railway network. This new weekly service is designed to strengthen connectivity between four southern states: Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana.
Route and Operational Details
Operating as train numbers 17042 and 17041, this Amrit Bharat Express will run between Thiruvananthapuram North and Charlapalli. The train will follow a route passing through major stations including Kollam, Chengannur, Kottayam, and Ernakulam Town, facilitating travel across key economic and cultural hubs.
Comprehensive Stoppage Points
During its journey, the train will halt at 29 stations, providing accessibility to numerous towns and cities. The complete list of stoppages includes:
- Varkala Shivagiri
- Kollam
- Karunagappalli
- Kayamkulam
- Mavelikara
- Chenhannur
- Tiruvalla
- Changanassery
- Kottayam
- Ernakulam Town
- Aluva
- Thrissur
- Palakkad
- Coimbatore
- Tirppur
- Erode
- Salem
- Jolarpettai
- Katpadi
- Tiruttani
- Renigunta
- Nellore
- Ongole
- Bapatla
- Tenali
- Guntur
- Sattenapalle
- Miryalaguda
- Nalgonda
Service Frequency and Timetable
The Thiruvananthapuram North-Charlapalli Amrit Bharat Express will operate as a weekly service. Departures are scheduled as follows:
- From Thiruvananthapuram North: Every Wednesday at 17:30 hours, arriving at Charlapalli the next day at 23:30 hours (Train 17042).
- From Charlapalli: Every Tuesday at 07:15 hours, reaching Thiruvananthapuram North on Wednesday at 14:45 hours (Train 17041).
Benefits for Passengers
This new train service is expected to provide economical and faster connectivity for common citizens, particularly benefiting students, professionals, and traders. By linking major economic centers, cultural sites, and pilgrimage destinations along its route, it aims to boost regional integration and travel convenience across southern India.
Maintained and operated by the Southern Railway zone, the Amrit Bharat Express represents a continued effort to enhance India's rail infrastructure and passenger services.
