Southern Railway to Double Train Capacity by 2030 in Key Tamil Nadu and Kerala Cities

Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has unveiled an ambitious plan for Southern Railway to double train capacity in key cities like Chennai, Coimbatore, and Ernakulam by 2030. This initiative aims to address the growing demand for train services and reduce congestion. The comprehensive upgrade of coaching terminals at these major hubs is expected to enhance regional and operational capabilities, ultimately improving connectivity across the nation. Read on to discover more about this significant development in India's railway infrastructure.

By Narendra Chaudhary Dec 29, 2025, 09:17 IST

Enhancing Train Capacity in Southern Railway

On Sunday, Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced plans for Southern Railway to double its train capacity by 2030 in Chennai, Coimbatore (Tamil Nadu), and Ernakulam (Kochi, Kerala) to meet the increasing demand.

To achieve this goal, the minister revealed a comprehensive upgrade for the coaching terminals at major Southern Railway hubs, including Chennai, Coimbatore, and Ernakulam (Kochi).

According to the Southern Railway, the minister stated, 'We are expanding coaching terminals in various cities while enhancing regional and operational capabilities to address rising demands and reduce congestion. This initiative will modernize our railway network and improve connectivity across the country.'