Tr No. 16511/12 KSR Bengaluru-Kannur Express, Tr No. 16585/86 SMVT Bengaluru-Mangaluru Central Express, Tr No. 17309/10 VSG-YPR Express might get LHB rakes soon!
SWR has proposed to replace ICF rakes of Tr No. 17309/10 VSG-YPR Express in year 2023-24.
SWR has proposed to replace ICF rakes of Tr No. 16511/12 and 16585/86 trains in year 2024-25.
The information was sought through RTI.

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During the festive periods of Ganesha Chaturthi, Dasara, and Deepavali, a notable surge of travelers heads to their hometowns to partake in these significant celebrations with their families. The Tr No. 16511/12 KSR Bengaluru-Kannur Express and Tr No. 16585/86 SMVT Bengaluru-Mangaluru Central Express serve as pivotal connectors for diverse regions, facilitating the journeys of these passengers. Given the substantial demand during these festive times, South Western Railway and Southern Railway should collaboratively consider temporarily adding stoppages at Kaniuru, Yedamangala, and Kodimbala railway stations for the specified trains. Such a measure would greatly benefit passengers aiming to reunite with loved ones for the festivities, saving both time and effort. Additionally, these extra stops would contribute to overall passenger convenience and satisfaction.

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A trip by the 16512 Kannur Bangalore Express.

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I'll be travelling in this train from MAQ to SBC on coming Tuesday (probably), hence I've not booked the tkts, so will it be easier in getting seat in general class.

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Train Spotting at Malleshwaram, WDP's in action.
YT:- click here

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