Dakshina Kannada District Railway Users

Rarest and divine scene!😍🙏 Pete savari(procession) of God Mahalingeshwara passing through tracks & platform at Kabaka Puttur railway station! @SWRRLY @DrmMys @RailMinIndia @AshwiniVaishnaw @GMSRailway @DRMPalghat Watch full video through this link👇 youtu.be/mpXoWhza4uc 1/n

SWR to run special express train between Yesvantpur - Kannur - Yesvantpur to cater extra rush of passengers during Good Friday and Easter. #SWRupdates #SpecialTrains

#Kabaka-#Puttur railway station The station currently has a 531 sqm passenger shelter, but funding has been approved to expand it to 3,392 sqm. Additionally, a proposal to install two lifts on the FOBs of platforms 1 and 2, costing Rs 1.3 Cr, is under review. @dkdistrictrail

@travelfanMDU @dkdistrictrail @SWRRLY @AshwiniVaishnaw Renaming will solve the connectivity issue? I would recommend you to witness yourself where these stations are located and what mode of transport available from station to city. I hope this will give answers.

@adithyapaib @RailwaySeva, @drmsbc sir,please take actions.

@dkdistrictrail apparently most of the new lhb coaches allotted to 16511/2 have been replaced with old ones.

Train: 22150 is delayed & now departure time is 21:30 which is not feasible for travelling alone being female as will reach midnight at Panvel. Can we've option to get refund for following PNR as we need to check other option 8246549649 & 8346550391 @IRCTCofficial @RailMinIndia

Unlocking the Full Potential of Subrahmanya Road Railway Station Subrahmanya Road railway station is one of the most strategically important stations in Dakshina Kannada district, serving as the primary railhead for thousands of passengers and pilgrims travelling to interior regions of Karnataka. Located on the vital Mangaluru–Hassan–Mysuru railway line, this station plays a crucial role in connecting coastal Karnataka with the hinterland. It serves as the nearest railway access point to the renowned Kukke Subrahmanya Temple, one of the most important pilgrimage centres in South India, attracting lakhs of devotees every year. Despite its importance, the full operational potential of this station remains underutilized. Subrahmanya Road station is equipped with 3 platforms and lies on a section supported by multiple running tracks, providing sufficient infrastructure for handling train operations. In addition, the station has a running room facility for railway crew, making it suitable for extended operational use. Further strengthening its importance, the station is currently being redeveloped under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme, a major nationwide initiative aimed at transforming railway stations into modern passenger-friendly hubs with improved amenities, infrastructure and connectivity. Once completed, this redevelopment will significantly enhance passenger experience, tourism support facilities, and overall station capacity. Subrahmanya Road is not just a railway station,it is a gateway to major tourism and pilgrimage circuits. Apart from Kukke Subrahmanya, the station provides convenient access to destinations such as Dharmasthala and surrounding regions, which are culturally and economically significant. However, one major operational limitation continues to restrict its growth. At present, trains are allowed to be held at Subrahmanya Road only for a very limited duration, typically around 30 minutes to 1 hour. This constraint significantly reduces the flexibility required for efficient train operations, especially for services that could otherwise be extended or optimized using this station. Given the existing infrastructure and ongoing redevelopment, there is a strong case for allowing longer stabling durations of minimum 2–3 hours at Subrahmanya Road. Such a move would enable better utilization of available platforms and tracks, improve scheduling flexibility and support smoother train operations on this important corridor. Additionally, full utilization of all available platforms for passenger train handling would further enhance the station’s operational capacity and efficiency. Across Indian Railways, several stations with similar infrastructure having 3 platforms and multiple tracks successfully handle extended operations and stabling of trains. With the ongoing modernization under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme, Subrahmanya Road is well-positioned to function at a much higher operational level. A progressive and forward-looking approach by South Western Railway in this regard would not only improve passenger convenience but also strengthen regional connectivity, boost tourism and pilgrimage travel, and maximize the benefits of ongoing infrastructure investments. It is the right time to recognize and unlock the true potential of Subrahmanya Road railway station for the benefit of the travelling public. In this regard, we request @SWRRLY and @DrmMys sir to kindly consider permitting longer stabling durations of 2–3 hours at Subrahmanya Road station and allow full utilization of all platforms for passenger train operations, in the larger interest of the travelling public. @RailMinIndia @AshwiniVaishnaw @VSOMANNA_BJP @CaptBrijesh

We request @SWRRLY to permit stabling of passenger trains at Subrahmanya Road for 2–3 hours and allow full utilization of all platforms. Current restrictions limit extensions and introduction of new trains.Relaxing this will enable more services and improve regional connectivity.

Yet another instance of neglect by @SWRRLY toward coastal regions. @AshwiniVaishnaw Kindly look into this. Is this how Indian Railways addresses the needs of Karnataka’s 2nd highest GDP district? No dedicated train, and no progress on coastal people’s long-standing demands

Good Friday Special Train Bypassing Mangaluru – Repeated Neglect of Coastal Karnataka It is extremely disappointing to see that South Western Railway has once again chosen to bypass Mangaluru while operating a special train. As per the official notification, Train No. 06271/06272 Yesvantpur–Madgaon–Bengaluru Cantt Express Special (Good Friday Special) is being routed via the Padil Bypass, completely skipping Mangaluru Junction and Mangaluru Central, which are the primary railway stations serving the largest city of Coastal Karnataka. This is not an isolated incident. It is not just the Ugadi Special, almost every special train in recent times has been operated by bypassing Mangaluru and now even during Good Friday, the same pattern is being repeated. This raises a serious question as to why Mangaluru is being consistently ignored in railway planning, even during peak festival and holiday seasons when passenger demand is at its highest. Good Friday is an important occasion, especially for Coastal Karnataka and Mangaluru, where a large number of people travel for religious, personal and family purposes. Special trains are introduced to manage such demand, but in this case, the city itself is being excluded. The train is provided stoppages at Subrahmanya Road, Kabaka Puttur, Bantwala, Surathkal, Udupi and several other stations, yet the main city of Mangaluru is being skipped, which makes the decision highly unreasonable. If the train can run through the entire region and serve multiple stations, what is preventing it from entering Mangaluru Junction or Mangaluru Central, which act as the main railway hubs for the entire district. Mangaluru is not a minor halt but a major urban, economic and commercial centre that generates significant passenger traffic every day. Despite this, it is being repeatedly treated as optional in railway operations. This repeated pattern clearly shows that there is no lack of operational feasibility or path availability, since trains are already passing through this route. The issue lies in planning priorities, where Mangaluru is continuously being sidelined. Such decisions directly affect thousands of passengers who depend on railway connectivity during important travel periods. At the same time, this also raises questions for our elected representatives. When such decisions are being taken repeatedly during multiple festival periods and special train operations, why is there no strong intervention to ensure that Mangaluru is included. People of Dakshina Kannada deserve proper representation and action on issues that affect their connectivity. Special trains are meant to serve people during high-demand periods, not to exclude major population centres. Bypassing Mangaluru while running trains through its own district is not just an operational decision but a clear denial of connectivity to thousands of passengers. We strongly urge @SWRRLY and @RailMinIndia to review such decisions and ensure that future special trains operate via Mangaluru Junction or Mangaluru Central so that passengers from Coastal Karnataka are not neglected. We request @SWRRLY, @RailMinIndia, @AshwiniVaishnaw sir,@VSOMANNA_BJP sir, our MP @CaptBrijesh sir and @KotasBJP sir to kindly intervene and ensure that Mangaluru is not ignored in such decisions. The people of Dakshina Kannada are expecting immediate action. Mangaluru cannot continue to be bypassed in railway planning. Stop bypassing Mangaluru and ensure fair connectivity to Coastal Karnataka. #StopBypassingMangaluru #JusticeForMangaluru #CoastalKarnatakaMatters

Is this how @SWRRLY values and respects the request of an Hon’ble MP? Even after approval for essential infrastructure works, no visible progress has been made at Kabaka Puttur Railway Station. Kabaka Puttur is not a minor halt; it serves Puttur, the second-largest city in the district, along with surrounding regions of Dakshina Kannada. It acts as an important railway access point connecting coastal Karnataka to interior regions like Hassan, Mysuru, Bengaluru and other parts of the state. The station handles significant passenger movement daily, including students, workers and pilgrims travelling towards Subrahmanya and rural areas of Dakshina Kannada district. However, the ground reality remains disappointing. Even a short spell of summer rain has exposed the lack of adequate platform shelter, leaving passengers struggling to find proper cover across coach positions. If this is the situation during minor summer showers, the condition during the monsoon season can be easily imagined. In addition, the parking area lacks even basic shed facilities, causing inconvenience to passengers and vehicle owners during both rain and harsh sunlight. When a request raised at the highest level receives approval but still sees no execution on the ground, it raises serious concerns about accountability and priority. Passengers are not asking for luxury; they need basic infrastructure and dignity in travel. We urge @SWRRLY and @DrmMys to immediately take up the approved works, expedite implementation, and ensure that Kabaka Puttur station receives the attention it rightfully deserves. @RailMinIndia @RailwaySeva @CaptBrijesh @AshwiniVaishnaw @VSOMANNA_BJP

Despite approval after MP @CaptBrijesh sir's request, no action yet at Kabaka Puttur station. Today (28 Mar 2026), even 30 mins rain caused inconvenience to passengers of Train 17378 couldn’t wait properly at coach positions. Urgent need for platform shelter extension. @SWRRLY

@DRMPalghat @drmsbc @dkdistrictrail @putturrail @Rail_SBHR @hassanrail @DRMPalghat @drmsbc 16511 is running late at MAQ daily. Almost every single day. What actions have you taken to fix this? We need a resolution.

@nived_sr @putturrail @Rail_SBHR @hassanrail It always runs late on the SWR side. @SWRRLY seems not at all bothered about resolving this issue. Instead of fixing the problem, they are revising the timings so that the train runs late permanently!

@dkdistrictrail @putturrail @Rail_SBHR @hassanrail Has this train ever reached MAQ on time recently? It is always delayed by an hour. This is causing massive inconvenience to the passengers.

Public Request to Maintain Present Timing of Train No. 16511 KSR Bengaluru–Kozhikode Express We, the passengers and residents of Dakshina Kannada and surrounding regions, would like to place on record our sincere request regarding the proposed revision in the timing of Train No. 16511 KSR Bengaluru–Kozhikode Express, particularly the handover at Padil from the present 06:50 hrs to 07:10 hrs. This train has been serving as a lifeline for Dakshina Kannada, providing crucial overnight connectivity between coastal Karnataka and Bengaluru. A large number of passengers, including working professionals, students, and daily commuters, depend on its present schedule, which is well-aligned with passenger needs and has been functioning efficiently. It may kindly be noted that earlier, when the train was operating with a later arrival schedule (around 07:55 hrs at Mangaluru Central with Padil at 07:10 hrs), it caused considerable inconvenience to passengers. Based on public feedback, the timing was revised to the present schedule (Padil 06:50 hrs and Mangaluru Central 07:10 hrs), which has since been highly beneficial to the travelling public. We are concerned that the proposed delay in handover at Padil may lead to operational constraints in the Mangaluru Junction–Mangaluru Central section, particularly due to the movement of Train No. 12619 LTT–Mangaluru Matsyagandha Express, which runs behind and passes Mangaluru Junction around 07:15 hrs. This could result in detention of Train No. 16511 at Mangaluru Junction, eventually delaying its arrival at Mangaluru Central to around 08:00 hrs, thereby affecting a large number of passengers who rely on its current early arrival. We humbly submit that the recent punctuality concerns of this train may be due to operational factors such as changes in crossing arrangements of other services, and such issues may kindly be addressed through appropriate scheduling adjustments, rather than altering the timing of a well-functioning and passenger-friendly train. In view of the above, we earnestly request the concerned authorities to kindly maintain the present timing of Train No. 16511, especially the handover at Padil at 06:50 hrs, in the larger interest of the travelling public. We sincerely hope our request will receive due consideration. @SWRRLY @drmsbc @DrmMys @GMSRailway @DRMPalghat @CaptBrijesh @RailMinIndia @AshwiniVaishnaw @VSOMANNA_BJP

Well I be damned My city Mangalore has 3 Railway Division intersecting yet has the least importance given for Railway Infra improvement No wonder it's been under limbo for decades

In connection with the commissioning of the new double line between Eraniel and Nagercoil Town stations in the Thiruvananthapuram Central – Kanniyakumari section, the following changes will be made to the pattern of train services: *TRAIN DIVERSION* 1. Train No. 22620 Tirunelveli – Bilaspur Superfast leaving Tirunelveli Jn. on 29th March, 2026 will be diverted via Tenkasi - Sengottai - Punalur - Kollam. The train will skip its scheduled stoppages at Nagercoil Town and Thiruvananthapuram Central. For the convenience of passengers additional stoppages will be provided at Tenkasi, Sengottai and Punalur. 2. Train No. 19577 Tirunelveli – Jamnagar Biweekly Superfast leaving Tirunelveli Jn. on 30th March, 2026 will be diverted via Tenkasi - Sengottai - Punalur - Kollam. The train will skip its scheduled stoppages at Valliyur, Nagercoil Town, Parassala and Thiruvananthapuram Central. For the convenience of passengers additional stoppages will be provided at Tenkasi, Sengottai and Punalur.

Extension of periodicity of Train nos. 09057 / 09058 Bi-Weekly Special & 09424 / 09423 Weekly Special. #SadarSeva

Train No. 16650 Kanniyakumari Mangaluru Parashuram Express Scheduled to depart Kanniyakumari on 28.03.2026 will be partially cancelled between Kanniyakumari and Thiruvananthapuram. The train will orginate from Thiruvananthapuram Central station at its scheduled time. #IndianRailways #SouthernRailway #TVCSR #Train #Railways