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The Matsyagandha Express, running between Mangaluru Central and Lokmanya Tilak Terminus, will be upgraded to modern LHB coaches starting February 17, 2025. The train will have 2 AC 2 tier, 4 AC 3 tier, 2 AC 3 tier economy, 8 sleeper, 4 general unreserved, 1 seating cum luggage rake, and 1...
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end-on generator car. The upgrade was prompted by passenger demands for improved comfort and safety, as the existing ICF coaches are over 25 years old and have experienced issues like roof leaks. The upgrade was facilitated by MP Kota Srinivas Poojary who raised the issue with the Union Railway Minister. The Thiruvananthapuram-Mangaluru Central-Thiruvananthapuram Central Express (train no. 16347/16348) will also be upgraded to LHB coaches from February 16 and 19, 2025, respectively.