Trivandrum: Kerala is all set for the launch of three Amrit Bharat Express trains as Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, will flag off the services at a public function to be held in Thiruvananthapuram on January 23, 2026.
The new trains are Thiruvananthapuram Central-Tambaram Amrit Bharat Express via Nagercoil Town, Thiruvananthapuram North-Charlapalli Amrit Bharat Express via Kottayam, and Nagercoil Jn-Mangaluru Jn Amrit Bharat Express, also via Kottayam.
Apart from these, a MEMU passenger train will be introduced between Thrissur and Guruvayur. All these trains will be operated and maintained by the Southern Railway (SR) zone. These new trains will improve connectivity and enhance rail journeys across Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Telangana and Andhra Pradesh.
The Amrit Bharat Express is a modern, non-AC long-distance sleeper class train service introduced by Indian Railways to provide reliable, affordable, and comfortable travel. It is designed to handle heavy passenger volumes, especially during festive seasons and peak migration periods. With fares of approximately Rs.500 per 1,000 kilometres and proportionately lower pricing for short and medium-distance journeys, the service follows a simple and transparent fare structure with no dynamic pricing.
Amrit Bharat trains are fully non-AC, configured with 11 General Class coaches, 8 Sleeper Class coaches, 1 Pantry Car, and 2 Second Class–cum–Luggage–cum–Guard Vans with disabled-friendly compartments. Designed and manufactured to meet the needs of the general public, these trains aim to deliver a modern, comfortable, and high-quality travel experience for passengers in the non-AC segment.
Kerala Rail News