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MAS/MGR Chennai Central (12 PFs)
Local Name: Chennai Central, Madras Central,MGR Central
पुरट्चि तलैवर डाॅ. एम. जी. रामचंद्रन (चेन्नै) सेंट्रल
புரட்சித் தலைவர் டாக்டர் எம்.ஜி. இராமச்சந்திரன் (சென்னை ) மத்திய

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Updated: Sep 06 (18:34)
MGR Chennai Central (MAS) is a major railway station in Chennai, India, serving as a central hub for the Southern Railway zone. It boasts 12 platforms, making it a bustling transportation center. The station is known for its vibrant atmosphere, offering various amenities like food stalls, shops, and waiting areas.

Tourism

Kapaleeshwarar Temple: A historic Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, known for its intricate architecture.
Parthasarathy Temple: A prominent temple dedicated to Lord Krishna, with a unique chariot festival.
San Thome Basilica: A Roman Catholic basilica built over the tomb of Saint Thomas, one of the apostles of Jesus.
St. Mary's Church: A historic Anglican church dating back to the 17th century.
The Marina: A sprawling beach that offers stunning views and a peaceful ambiance.

Food

Saravana Bhavan: A popular South Indian vegetarian restaurant known for its dosas and idlis.
A2B (Adyar Ananda Bhavan): Offers a wide range of South Indian vegetarian dishes, including their famous filter coffee.
Sangeetha: A well-established chain serving authentic South Indian vegetarian cuisine.
Krishna Sweets: A popular spot for sweets and snacks, also known for its vegetarian meals.
Ratna Cafe: A local favorite offering delicious vegetarian South Indian fare at affordable prices.

Station Address

Kannappar Thidal, Station Rd, Periyamet, Chennai Central 600003
State: Tamil Nadu

Elevation: 3 m above sea level
Type: Terminus   Category: NSG-1
Zone: SR/Southern   Division: MGR Chennai


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Number of Platforms: 12
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Number of Originating Trains: 77
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Sep 28 (21:28)   94801/Ahmedabad - Bhuj Namo Bharat Rapid Rail | ADI/Ahmedabad Junction (9 PFs)
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Recently found out that the Vande Metro (VM) introduced between Bhuj and ADI is a completely unreserved train. Why was an unreserved train introduced as an ICE?
Vande Bharat (VB) trains turn out to be the contemporary version of Shatabdi trains meant for premium intercity travel, and VMs being unreserved AC trains turn out to be nothing but modern AC MEMUs?
What about the most widely accepted form of reserved intercity and janshatabdi trains? No contemporary trainset versions for them?
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could have introduced this UR AC VM over ADI-ST/ BL section for better utilization, and introduced a regular ICE between Bhuj and ADI.
What is seriously wrong with this govt?

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May 09 2019 (08:33)   12301/Howrah - New Delhi Rajdhani Express (Via Gaya) | HWH/Howrah Junction (23 PFs)
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Today, I'm creating a poll which will be called "Rajdhani Express Premier League"
This will include all Rajdhani express with connection to franchise teams from various states.
Which one is your favourite? Vote now!!
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Howrah/ Sealdah Rajdhani Express (Knight Riders)
25%
72
Mumbai/Mumbai CST/ August Kranti Rajdhani Express (Indians)
25%
70
Chennai Rajdhani Express (Super Kings)
7%
19
Bangalore Rajdhani Express (Royal Challengers)
13%
36
Secunderabad Rajdhani Express (Sunrisers)
4%
11
Jammu Rajdhani Express (Capitals)
2%
6
Dibrugarh/Agartala Rajdhani Express (Warriors)
2%
7
Patna Rajdhani Express (Pirates)
10%
28
Ahmedabad Rajdhani Express (Fortune Giants)
2%
7
Trivandrum Rajdhani Express (Blasters)
6%
18
Madgaon Rajdhani Express (Paltan)
0%
1
Ranchi Rajdhani Express (Rays)
1%
4
Bilaspur Rajdhani Express (Yoddha)
2%
6

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Yesterday (14:56)   JBP/Jabalpur (7 PFs)
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शरतकालीन श्रीश्रीदुर्गापूजा आरम्भ है. भाव ये है कि अबतक केरल प्रान्त की राजधानी, त्रिवेन्द्रम से विद्याज्ञान की नगरी, काशी वाराणसी, सीधी रेलसेवा द्वारा अब तक नहीं जुड़ पाया है. इसीलिए तिरुअनंतपुरम सेन्ट्रल से वाराणसी होकर दरभंगा के लिए एक साप्ताहिक सुपरफास्ट एक्सप्रेस ट्रेन आरम्भ होना चाहिए. आट्टुकाल भगवती मन्दिर ( Attukal Bhagavathy Temple ), तिरुअनंतपुरम के पास एक बहुप्राचीन भद्रकाली देवी को अर्पित मन्दिर है. दरभंगा के महाराजा स्वर्गीय श्रीरामेश्वर सिंह जी शक्ति उपासक थे, जिनकी शक्ति उपासना विख्यात है. तिरुअनंतपुरम सेन्ट्रल - दरभंगा सुपरफ़ास्ट एक्सप्रेस के आरम्भ होने से आट्टुकाल भगवती मन्दिर त्रिवेन्द्रम, मसानी अम्मन मंदिर कोयंबत्तूर, श्री पद्मावती अम्मावरी मंदिर तिरूपति, कनक दुर्गा मंदिर विजयवाड़ा, श्रीशारदा देवी शक्तिपीठ मैहर, विशालाक्षी देवी मंदिर वाराणसी तथा श्रीश्यामा मन्दिर दरभंगा आदि
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📌 तिरुअनंतपुरम सेन्ट्रल - दरभंगा सुपरफ़ास्ट एक्सप्रेस साप्ताहिक
रूट : तिरुअनंतपुरम सेन्ट्रल कोल्लम चेंगनूर कोट्टयम एर्णाकुलम टाउन अलुवा त्रिशूर पालक्कड़ कोयम्बत्तुर तिरुप्पपुर इरोड सालेम जोलारपट्टे काटपाडी अरक्ककोणम चेन्नई सेन्ट्रल गुडुर नेल्लोर ओंगलै विजयवाड़ा खम्मम डोनार्कल वारंगल रामागुंडम मंछरियाल सिरपुरकागजनगर बल्लारशाह चांदाफोर्ट गोदिया बालाघाट नैनपुर जबलपुर कटनी मैहर सतना प्रयागराज छिवकी विंध्यांचल मिर्जापुर वाराणसी जं. औड़िहार गाजीपुर सिटी बलिया छपरा सोनपुर हाजीपुर मुजफ्फरपुर समस्तीपुर दरभंगा


Jabalpur Gondia Broadgauge

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Sep 29 (20:43)   PUNE/Pune Junction (6 PFs)
Puneri_Railfan^~
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Guys since Namo Bharat Rapid Rail (Vande Metro) Concept has been started. Now apart from Ahmedabad Bhuj route. Ig it should also started on some other routes as well. I am mentioning the routes below, on which Vande Metro Should be started.
1. Pune - Mumbai CSMT/Panvel (replacement of Pune Panvel Passenger, as it is permanently cancelled after COVID).
2. Pune - Vijayapura
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Pune - Belgavi
4. Mumbai CSMT - Bhusaval
5. Old Delhi - Chandigarh
6. Old Delhi Saharanpur
7. Dadar Central - Sawantwadi Road.
8. Sawantwadi - Madgaon (RSA of Train No. 7)
9. Chennai - Vijayawada/Ongole
10. Hyderabad - Solapur
11. Kanpur - New Delhi/Old Delhi
12. New Delhi - Agra Cantt./Gwalior
13. Chennai - Tirupati
14. Tirupati - Vijayawada
15. Chandigarh - Amritsar
16. Raipur - Nagpur
So these are some route on which Vande Metro should be started. Also tell me on which route these trains shall be started.

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