Fri Jan 23 18:00:41 UTC 2026: # Southern Railway Announces Regular Amrit Bharat Express Services

The Story:
Southern Railway has announced the commencement of regular weekly services for the Tambaram – Thiruvananthapuram Central – Tambaram Amrit Bharat Express. The train service will begin on January 28, 2026, from Tambaram and January 29, 2026, from Thiruvananthapuram Central. Divisional Railway Manager Om Prakash Meena welcomed the new service at Madurai Railway Junction.

Key Points:

  • Train No.16121 Tambaram – Thiruvananthapuram Central Amrit Bharat Express (Weekly) will depart from Tambaram at 5 p.m. on Wednesdays, starting January 28, 2026, and arrive at Thiruvananthapuram Central at 8 a.m. the following day.
  • Train No.16122 Thiruvananthapuram Central – Tambaram Amrit Bharat Express (Weekly) will depart from Thiruvananthapuram Central at 10.40 a.m. on Thursdays, starting January 29, 2026, and arrive at Tambaram at 11.45 p.m. the same day.
  • The train will stop at various junctions, including Chengalpattu, Villupuram, Tiruchchirappalli, Madurai, and Tirunelveli.

Key Takeaways:

  • The introduction of the Amrit Bharat Express aims to improve connectivity between Tambaram and Thiruvananthapuram.
  • The weekly service provides a convenient travel option for passengers along the specified route.
  • The inauguration of the service reflects Southern Railway’s commitment to enhancing passenger transportation.

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