SWR to operate special train between Bengaluru and Mangaluru for Deepavali

SWR to operate special train between Bengaluru and Mangaluru for Deepavali

Mangalore Today News Network

Mangaluru, October 18, 2024: South Western Railway has announced a special train service between Bengaluru and Mangaluru to accommodate the increased passenger demand during the Diwali festival. The trains will operate between Yeshwantpur and Mangaluru Junction on October 30 and 31.

Train No. 06565 Yeshwantpur-Mangaluru Junction special will depart from Yeshwantpur at 11:50 PM on October 30, arriving at Mangaluru Junction at 11:45 AM on October 31. The return service, Train No. 06566 Mangaluru Junction-Yeshwantpur special, will leave Mangaluru Junction at 1:00 PM on October 31, reaching Bengaluru at 9:45 PM the same day.

The special train will stop at Kunigal, Channarayapatna, Hassan, Sakleshpur, Subrahmanya Road, Kabaka Puttur, and Bantwal stations, with a total of 21 coaches.

Demand for special trains by railway activists

In previous years, special trains were introduced between Mangaluru, Bengaluru, and Mysuru during the Dasara and Deepavali seasons. However, during this year’s Dasara, the routing of Train No. 06569 Yeshwantpur-Karwar Special Express and Train No. 06570 Karwar-Mysuru Special Express via Padil did not benefit Mangaluru-bound passengers. As a result, railway activists requested additional services between Bengaluru and Mangaluru for Deepavali.

Letter from MP

In response to this demand, MP Brijesh Chowta wrote to the General Manager of South Western Railway, urging the introduction of special trains between Bengaluru and Mangaluru for the Diwali festival. He highlighted the convenience it would provide to thousands of passengers traveling from Bengaluru to their hometowns, while also generating additional revenue for the railway department.

Considering the strong demand from passengers, railway activists, and public representatives, South Western Railway has agreed to operate these special trains for Deepavali.