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HLG/Hillgrove (1 PFs)
हिलग्रोव
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Hillgrove Railway Station, nestled in the Nilgiris, is a charming station with a single platform serving the scenic Nilgiri Mountain Railway.
Enjoy the breathtaking views of the tea plantations and rolling hills while waiting for your train.
The station is known for its quaint colonial architecture and offers basic amenities like ticket counters and a waiting room.

Tourism

St. Stephen's Church: An old colonial-era church with stunning architecture and peaceful surroundings.
The Doddabetta Peak: Offers panoramic views of the Nilgiris and is a popular spot for trekking.
The Botanical Garden: A serene oasis with a variety of plants and flowers.
The Avalanche Lake: A beautiful lake surrounded by lush greenery and a popular spot for picnics.
The Tea Museum: Provides insights into the history and process of tea cultivation.

Food

The Tea Garden Cafe: Offers a variety of South Indian snacks and vegetarian dishes with stunning views.
Hilltop Dosa: Famous for its crispy dosas and delicious vegetarian curries.
The Spice Route: Vegetarian restaurant serving traditional South Indian dishes with a modern twist.
The Green Leaf: Budget-friendly restaurant offering a wide selection of vegetarian options.
The Curry Corner: Offers a wide range of vegetarian curries, snacks and street food.

Station Address

Nilgiris ,Hillgrove ph.no. 0423-2004865
State: Tamil Nadu
Elevation: 1113 m above sea level
Type: Regular   Category: n/a
Zone: SR/Southern   Division: Salem
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May 19 (04:46) Nilgiri Mountain Railway Suspended Due to Mudslide, Tourists Disappointed (www.dtnext.in)
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News Entry# 552838   
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May 19 2024 (04:49)
Station Tag: Ketti/KXT added by DrAbhijay2407/349977

May 19 2024 (04:49)
Station Tag: Aravankadu/AVK added by DrAbhijay2407/349977

May 19 2024 (04:49)
Station Tag: Lovedale/LOV added by DrAbhijay2407/349977

May 19 2024 (04:49)
Station Tag: Kallar/QLR added by DrAbhijay2407/349977

May 19 2024 (04:48)
Station Tag: Wellington/WEL added by DrAbhijay2407/349977

May 19 2024 (04:46)
Station Tag: Coonoor/ONR added by DrAbhijay2407/349977

May 19 2024 (04:46)
Station Tag: Mettupalayam/MTP added by DrAbhijay2407/349977

May 19 2024 (04:46)
Station Tag: Hillgrove/HLG added by DrAbhijay2407/349977

May 19 2024 (04:46)
Station Tag: Udagamandalam/UAM added by DrAbhijay2407/349977

May 19 2024 (04:46)
Train Tag: Udagamandalam - Mettupalayam MG Passenger Special/06137 added by DrAbhijay2407/349977

May 19 2024 (04:46)
Train Tag: Udagamandalam - Mettupalayam MG Summer Special/06172 added by DrAbhijay2407/349977

May 19 2024 (04:46)
Train Tag: Mettupalayam - Udagamandalam MG Summer Special/06171 added by DrAbhijay2407/349977

May 19 2024 (04:46)
Train Tag: Mettupalayam - Udagamandalam MG Passenger Special/06136 added by DrAbhijay2407/349977
read full article... Rains trigger mud slip on railway track, NMR services suspended

Due to heavy rain and a mudslide near Hill Grove railway station, the Nilgiri Mountain Railway (NMR) train service between Mettupalayam and Ooty was suspended on Saturday. The mudslide caused boulders to fall on the track and covered it with mud. Tourists who were planning to travel by train...
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were disappointed and had to take buses or other vehicles instead. The NMR train service was suspended before it even started its journey from Mettupalayam station at 7:10 am. The district administration issued an orange alert for the Nilgiris and advised tourists to avoid visiting Ooty for three days due to the heavy rains. Repairs are underway to restore train services.

Heavy rain aur Hill Grove railway station ke paas mudslide ki wajah se, Mettupalayam aur Ooty ke beech Nilgiri Mountain Railway (NMR) train service Saturday ko band kar di gayi. Mudslide se boulders track par gir gaye aur track par mitti jama ho gayi. Train se travel karne wale...
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tourists ko nirasha hui aur unhe bus ya dusre vehicles se jana pada. NMR train service Mettupalayam station se subah 7:10 baje chalne se pehle hi band kar di gayi thi. District administration ne Nilgiris ke liye orange alert jaari kiya aur heavy rains ki wajah se tourists ko Ooty aane se rokne ki appeal ki. Train services ko restore karne ke liye repair ka kaam chal raha hai.
Sep 08 2022 (08:21) Nilgiri Mountain Railway services resume after two days (www.dtnext.in)
SR/Southern
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News Entry# 497201   
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Sep 08 2022 (08:21)
Station Tag: Hillgrove/HLG added by karbang/50057

Sep 08 2022 (08:21)
Station Tag: Kallar/QLR added by karbang/50057

Sep 08 2022 (08:21)
Station Tag: Mettupalayam/MTP added by karbang/50057

Sep 08 2022 (08:21)
Station Tag: Udagamandalam/UAM added by karbang/50057
COIMBATORE: The Nilgiri Mountain Railway (NMR) resumed its services on Wednesday, after a gap of two days, to the delight of tourists and passengers. The train...
read full article... Nilgiri Mountain Railway services resume after two days
Jan 10 2021 (00:58) भूस्खलन के बाद नीलगिरि रेल के 150 यात्री फंसे (www.livehindustan.com)
Major Accidents/Disruptions
SR/Southern
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News Entry# 432642   
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Jan 10 2021 (00:58)
Station Tag: Hillgrove/HLG added by Anupam Enosh Sarkar/401739

Jan 10 2021 (00:58)
Station Tag: Udagamandalam/UAM added by Anupam Enosh Sarkar/401739
Stations:  Udagamandalam/UAM   Hillgrove/HLG  
उधगमंडलम (तेलंगाना)। एजेंसीतेलंगाना के उधगमंडलम में शनिवार को भूस्खलन के चलते नीलगिरि माउंटेन रेल (एनएमआर) सेवाएं करीब तीन घंटे के लिए बाधित रहीं और करीब 150...
read full article... भूस्खलन के बाद नीलगिरि रेल के 150 यात्री फंसे
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Jan 11 2021 (18:27)
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Udhagamandalam in Telengana!?!
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Jan 11 2021 (19:00)
G_VINAYAK~
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Re# 4839733-2              
Ye saste nashe ka asar hai.
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Jan 11 2021 (19:10)
SSK
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Sahi keh rahe ho tamilnadu se telangana
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Jan 07 2015 (07:52) Call to promote train tourism at Hillgrove (www.deccanchronicle.com)
Commentary/Human Interest
SR/Southern

News Entry# 207965   
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Jan 07 2015 (7:52AM)
Station Tag: Hillgrove/HLG added by rdb**/69261
Stations:  Hillgrove/HLG  
Ooty: Hill train aficionados want the railways to reconsider its decision to withdraw stops of passenger train services in Hillgrove station located on the racked Nilgiri...
read full article... Call to promote train tourism at Hillgrove
Dec 25 2014 (07:54) Hillgrove station to be closed (www.thehindu.com)
Commentary/Human Interest
SR/Southern
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News Entry# 206300   
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Dec 26 2014 (9:50PM)
Train Tag: Ooty-Mettupalayam MG Passenger/56137 added by Vaibhav Agarwal*^/432532

Dec 26 2014 (9:50PM)
Train Tag: Mettupalayam-Ooty MG Passenger/56136 added by Vaibhav Agarwal*^/432532

Dec 26 2014 (9:50PM)
Station Tag: Hillgrove/HLG added by Vaibhav Agarwal*^/432532
A Southern Railway press note issued here on Wednesday stated that with effect from January 5 trains running between Mettupalayam and Coonoor on the Nilgiri Mountain...
read full article... Hillgrove station to be closed
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Dec 27 2014 (22:40)
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This is sad. Fernhill station was closed before some years and now Hillgrove joins the list :(
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