Southern Railway introduced 13 pairs of intra-state trains since Sept 7

Extension of services to Chennai has brought about an increase in patronage

Southern Railway has introduced 13 pairs of intra-state trains since September 7, after temporary suspension of the service. The development comes after the state government requested the Southern Railway to start these trains.

These 13 services are also originating from and terminating from Dr MGR Chennai Central and Chennai Egmore-–two important terminals serving Chennai. 

The extension of trains to Chennai has seen an increase in patronage. These trains were earlier running up to Arakkonam or Chengalpattu, and weren't touching Chennai. Similarly, seven pairs of special mail/express trains are being run in Kerala, Southern Railway said.