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Unfurling the national flag, he mentioned that special train operations saw a remarkable increase, with 1,703 services in 2024-25, a 94% rise over the previous year. This year, 48 special train services were introduced before Onam to manage festive travel demand.
The year 2024-25 marked a period of exceptional performance for the division, achieving its highest-ever gross earnings of Rs 2,323cr, passenger earnings of Rs 1,705.71cr and ticket-checking revenue of Rs 41cr.
This momentum continued in the current year, with close to one lakh passengers being carried daily. Passenger earnings grew by 4.84% to Rs 570cr, gross revenue touched Rs 742cr, and freight contributed Rs 116.25cr from 1,104 metric tonnes transported.
The 'One Station One Product' scheme completed 45 phases, supporting local artisans and entrepreneurs. In July alone, stalls at 17 stations sold 11,881 items, earning Rs 13.33 lakh for the local artisans.
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Special train operations saw a remarkable increase, with 1,703 services in 2024-25, a 94% rise over the previous year. This year, 48 special train services were introduced before Onam to manage festive travel demand.
All festivals and pilgrimage seasons have adequate trains, and two pairs of Independence Day trains operated on Friday. Capacity was enhanced by augmenting MEMU services from 16 coaches, introducing a 16-coach Vande Bharat Express between Thiruvananthapuram and Mangaluru, and resuming agro-machinery traffic after a three-year gap.
Modernisation works under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme are underway at 15 stations, with Chirayinkeezh and Kulithurai inaugurated recently. Four more stations Tripunithura, Chalakkudy, Changanasseri and Wadakancheri are set for completion on Oct 2. Track renewal touched 103km, along with significant works on bridges and safety upgrades enabling 100-110 km/h speeds in key sections.
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