24-04-2025
Extra coaches added to key express trains to ease summer rush
In a bid to ease the summer travel rush, the Palakkad Division of the Southern Railway has announced the allocation of additional sleeper coaches to popular long distance trains, including Maveli Express, Malabar Express and Amritha Express.
On Friday, the Thiruvananthapuram Central -Mangaluru Central Maveli Express (16604) will be equipped with an additional sleeper coach.
The Malabr Express services are also set to see improvements. Train 16629, the Thiruvananthapuram Central- Mangaluru Central Malabar Express, will have an extra sleeper coach on Friday.
Similarly, the Amrita Express connecting Thiruvananthapuram Central and Madurai Junction will see added capacity. Train 16344, running from Madurai to Thiruvananthapuram, will be provided with extra coaches on Friday.
The Southern Railway stated that these measures are aimed at enhancing passenger comfort and ensuring a smooth travel experience during the summer peak season.
