Mangaluru-Madgaon Express Special to Run as an Unreserved Passenger Train from March 1
Revolutionizing Rail Travel: A Boon for the Common Man
In a massive step towards improving passenger rail connectivity and making travel more affordable, the Indian Railways has announced that the Mangaluru-Madgaon Express Special (Train No. 56616/615) will run as an unreserved passenger train from March 1, 2025. This move is set to benefit thousands of passengers who rely on this route every day.
A Break from the Status Quo
In the bid to eliminate passenger trains that offered affordable travel to the working class, the railways had cancelled many such services during the COVID-19 period. However, with the growing demand to reintroduce passenger trains, the Indian Railways has decided to reintroduce Train No. 56616/615 as an unreserved passenger train.
A New Era for Rail Travel
With the conversion of the train to an unreserved passenger service, the fare for this route will reduce by nearly 40%. This is a significant reprieve for passengers who have been struggling to afford the higher fares of express trains. The new fares will be as follows:
- Mangaluru Central to Madgaon: ₹85 (from ₹150)
- Karwar: ₹75 (from ₹125)
- Bhatkal: ₹45 (from ₹75)
- Kundapura: ₹30 (from ₹60)
- Mangaluru Central to Udupi: ₹25 (from ₹45)
Services Timings
Train No. 56616 will depart from Mangaluru Central at 5:30 a.m. and arrive at Madgaon at 1:30 p.m., while Train No. 56615 will depart from Madgaon at 1:50 p.m. and arrive at Mangaluru Central at 11:05 p.m.
reforms in the Making
This decision is part of a larger initiative by the Indian Railways to streamline its services and make them more passenger-friendly. By making Train No. 56616/615 an unreserved passenger train, the railways are reducing fares and promoting affordable travel options. This move is expected to benefit thousands of passengers who rely on this route every day.
A New Era for Rail Travel: The Benefits
The introduction of this unreserved passenger train will:
- Reduce fares by nearly 40%
- Make rail travel more affordable for the masses
- Promote the use of the Indian Railways as a preferred mode of transportation
- Encourage passenger traffic on this route
- Provide a more efficient and cost-effective way of transportation for the common man
Conclusion
The decision to run the Mangaluru-Madgaon Express Special as an unreserved passenger train is a significant step towards making rail travel more accessible and affordable for the common man. This move is set to revolutionize the way people travel by train and is expected to benefit thousands of passengers every day.
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