To ease passenger congestion, the Southern Railway has announced the operation of a special unreserved train service between Tambaram and Rameswaram.
Train Schedule Details
Train No. 06017 (Tambaram - Rameswaram)
Departure: 9:00 PM (Today) from Tambaram
Arrival: 6:30 AM (Next Day) at Rameswaram
Train No. 06018 (Rameswaram - Tambaram)
Departure: 9:15 PM (Tomorrow) from Rameswaram
Arrival: 9:00 AM (Next Day) at Tambaram
En-route Stations
The special train will operate via:
Chengalpattu, Melmaruvathur, Villupuram, Virudhachalam, Tiruchirappalli, Pudukkottai, Karaikudi, Sivaganga, and Manamadurai.
Key Highlights
- Unreserved special train
- Introduced to avoid overcrowding
- Beneficial for festival and weekend travelers
- Covers major pilgrimage and junction stations in Tamil Nadu
Conclusion
This initiative by Southern Railway will provide relief to passengers traveling between Chennai suburban areas and Rameswaram, especially during peak travel periods. Passengers are advised to reach stations early and follow railway guidelines for a smooth journey.