Run special trains between Tiruchi and Tiruvannamalai for Chithra Pournami, Durai Vaiko urges railways
Tiruchi MP Durai Vaiko has urged the Southern Railway to run special trains between Tiruchi and Tiruvannamalai or Vellore via Srirangam, Ariyalur, Vriddhachalam, and Villupuram in connection with the 'Chithra Pournami' festival on May 12.
In a representation to the Southern Railway General Manager, Mr. Durai Vaiko said thousands of devotees from Tiruchi and nearby areas travelled to Tiruvannamalai and Vellore to attend this important religious festival. Running special trains will be very useful for the pilgrims during this time, he said and requested the Southern Railway General Manager to consider the demand and take action.
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