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PGT/Palakkad Junction (Palghat) (5 PFs)
Local Name: Olavakkode
पालक्काड जंक्शन
പാലക്കാട് ജംഗ്ഷൻ

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Updated: Sep 10 (20:41) by Yassshh~
Palakkad Junction, also known as Palghat, is a major railway station in Kerala, India. Located on the busy Mumbai-Chennai line, it connects to major cities across South India. The station boasts 5 platforms, a clean waiting area, and a well-stocked refreshment stall. Visitors can explore the vibrant Palakkad town, known for its historical forts, lush green landscapes, and the captivating Nilambur Teak Forest.

Tourism

Tipu Sultan's Palace: A historical palace built by Tipu Sultan, offering a glimpse into the region's past.
Malampuzha Gardens: Beautiful gardens with a dam, boating facilities, and a scenic viewpoint.
Nilambur Teak Forest: A vast forest area known for its majestic teak trees, offering nature trails and wildlife viewing.
Palakkad Fort: A historical fort built by the rulers of the Kingdom of Palakkad, offering panoramic views of the city.
Jain Temple: A serene Jain temple with intricate carvings and a peaceful atmosphere.

Food

Annapoorna: Popular for its traditional South Indian vegetarian dishes.
Hotel Saravana Bhavan: A renowned chain serving delicious South Indian vegetarian meals.
Sree Ganesha: A local favorite for its flavorful and authentic vegetarian snacks and meals.
Biryani Bites: A casual eatery offering a wide variety of vegetarian biryani and other dishes.
The Curry Leaf: A modern restaurant serving a unique blend of vegetarian dishes with a contemporary twist.

Station Address

[Tel; 0491-2555231] Off. NH 966, Railway Station Road, Olavakkode, Palakkad - 678 002
State: Kerala
Elevation: 78 m above sea level
Type: Junction   Category: NSG-2
Zone: SR/Southern   Division: Palakkad (Palghat)
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Jul 30 (19:26) Train Services Resumed in Kerala After Landslides and Flooding
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Jul 30 2024 (19:27)
Station Tag: Shoranur Junction/SRR added by Exynos9611~/2099623

Jul 30 2024 (19:27)
Station Tag: Palakkad Junction (Palghat)/PGT added by Exynos9611~/2099623
മണ്ണിടിച്ചിൽ: ഷൊർണ്ണൂർ-പാലക്കാട് റൂട്ടിൽ ട്രെയിൻ ​ഗതാ​ഗതം പുനഃസ്ഥാപിച്ചു

Train services between Vadakkancherry and Vallathol Nagar stations in Kerala have resumed after being disrupted due to landslides and flooding on the tracks near Mannannur. The disruption, caused by heavy rainfall, resulted in the cancellation of four trains and partial cancellation of several others. The Parashuram Express and the Alappuzha-Kannur Express,...
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both of which had their journeys interrupted in Shoranur, were able to continue their journey on later trains. Rail authorities have confirmed that all other trains are running on schedule.

Kerala mein, Vadakkancherry aur Vallathol Nagar stations ke beech mein track pe landslide aur paani aane ki wajah se train services band ho gaye the. Mannannur ke paas track pe landslide aaya tha, yeh heavy rain ki wajah se hua tha. Isse 4 trains cancel ho gayi aur bahut sari trains...
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aadhe raste se cancel ho gayi. Shoranur mein, Parashuram Express aur Alappuzha-Kannur Express bhi cancel ho gayi, lekin unke passengers ko aage ki journey ke liye baad mein aane wali trains mein seat mil gayi. Rail authorities ne confirm kiya hai ki saare baaki trains apne schedule pe chal rahe hain.
Jun 30 (19:36) Frustration Mounts in Kerala Over Delayed Launch of Ernakulam-Bengaluru Vande Bharat Express
Entry# 6110111   
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Jun 30 2024 (19:36)
Station Tag: Omalur Junction/OML added by Exynos9611~/2099623

Jun 30 2024 (19:36)
Station Tag: Hosur/HSRA added by Exynos9611~/2099623

Jun 30 2024 (19:36)
Station Tag: Ernakulam Junction (South)/ERS added by Exynos9611~/2099623

Jun 30 2024 (19:36)
Station Tag: KSR Bengaluru City Junction (Bangalore)/SBC added by Exynos9611~/2099623

Jun 30 2024 (19:36)
Station Tag: Palakkad Junction (Palghat)/PGT added by Exynos9611~/2099623
Kerala Commuters Frustrated By Delayed Ernakulam-Bengaluru Vande Bharat Express Launch: Report

Kerala commuters are frustrated by the delay in launching the Ernakulam-Bengaluru Vande Bharat Express, despite an eight-coach rake arriving in April. The lack of trains forces passengers to rely on overcrowded interstate buses, causing highway congestion and accidents. A recent accident involving an illegally-altered bus in Kochi resulted in a...
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fatality and injuries. There have been calls to urgently deploy the idle Vande Bharat rake on this route due to high demand and booked trains. Recent highway construction in Kerala further highlights the need for improved rail connectivity.

Kerala ke commuters bahut frustrated hai, Ernakulam-Bengaluru Vande Bharat Express launch mein delay ke wajah se. April mein aaya 8 coach ka rake, abhi bhi Kollam mein idle padha hai. Trains ki kami ki wajah se, passengers interstate luxury buses pe depend karne ko majbur hai, jisse highways pe traffic jam...
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aur accidents badh gaye hai. Kochi mein ek illegally-altered bus ka accident, jisme ek motorcyclist ki death aur 12 passengers injured ho gaye, ne yeh problem ko aur highlight kiya. Train users' forum ke secretary, Venkitesh TG, ne is idle Vande Bharat rake ko jaldi se Ernakulam-Bengaluru route pe deploy karne ki appeal ki hai, kyunki sabhi trains 3 months pehle book ho jaati hai. Kerala mein highways pe ongoing construction work ne road travel ko aur bhi mushkil bana diya hai, jisse efficient rail connectivity ki zarurat aur badh gayi hai.
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If it Gets Delayed Then Sr Should Give Lhb Coaches To Ers Sbc Exp
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As per a video seen by me, production order has gone to ICF for the production of LWSCZ and LWSCZAC coaches for the same.

The train may get LHB within 3-4 months.
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Pls provide the number.
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Mixed reports on this. Some news came few months ago that there are some issues in ERS pit line for accommodating and maintaining this train. Later on it was mentioned that it is sorted.Ths fastest train currently is taking 10.5 hrs.
With speed restrictions in ERS-SRR by pass stretch and then again in PGT-CBE stretch, the only place where train can attain maximum speed is between SRR bypass- to PGT and then CBE-SBC. Not sure if train can cover entire end to end journey in 8-9 hrs !! For the same rake to return , the TT might end up being very odd. We will have to wait and see. Not sure if VB sleeper will be introduced later in this route
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Jun 29 (19:31) Locomotive Detaches from Ernakulam-Tatanagar Express in Kerala, No Injuries Reported
Entry# 6109218   
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Jun 29 2024 (19:35)
Station Tag: Shoranur Junction/SRR removed by Adittyaa Sharma/1421836

Jun 29 2024 (19:35)
Station Tag: Palakkad Junction (Palghat)/PGT added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836

Jun 29 2024 (19:35)
Station Tag: Thrissur (Trichur)/TCR added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836

Jun 29 2024 (19:35)
Station Tag: Shoranur Junction/SRR added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836
Locomotive gets detached from Ernakulam-Tatanagar Express in Kerala, none hurt

On Friday morning, the locomotive of the Ernakulam-Tatanagar Express detached from its coaches near Vallathol Nagar in Thrissur, Kerala. The incident occurred at around 10 am while the train was traveling at slow speed. Fortunately, no passengers were injured. Railway technicians from Shornur railway station quickly reattached the locomotive, restoring...
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normal operations. An investigation into the cause of the detachment is underway.

Friday subah, Kerala mein Thrissur ke paas, Ernakulam-Tatanagar Express ka engine, coaches se alag ho gaya. Yeh incident Vallathol Nagar ke paas 10 baje ke aas-paas hua, jab train slow speed pe thi. Khushi ki baat yeh hai ki koi bhi passenger hurt nahi hua. Shornur railway station ke technicians...
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jaldi se engine ko fir se attach kar diye, aur train normal chalne lagi. Yeh case parting ka tha, aur iss baat ki jaanch ki jaa rahi hai.
Jun 29 (19:23) Several Coaches Detach from Ernakulam Express, Causing Major Delay
Entry# 6109206   
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Jun 29 2024 (19:23)
Station Tag: Palakkad Junction (Palghat)/PGT added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836

Jun 29 2024 (19:23)
Station Tag: Thrissur (Trichur)/TCR added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836

Jun 29 2024 (19:23)
Station Tag: Ernakulam Junction (South)/ERS added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836

Jun 29 2024 (19:23)
Station Tag: Tatanagar Junction/TATA added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836
दुघर्टनाग्रस्त होने से बची एर्नाकुलम-टाटानगर एक्सप्रेस

On Friday, several coaches of the Ernakulam Express detached from the engine while the train was approaching Tatanagar. The incident occurred near Thrissur station around 10 am. The third coach behind the engine reportedly detached first, followed by a few other coaches, causing a panic among passengers and railway staff. Mechanics...
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from Shoranur station intervened and reconnected the coaches to the engine. The Ernakulam Express was delayed by approximately four hours due to this incident. While the exact reason for the coach detachment is still under investigation, railway officials have stated that departmental action will be taken if negligence is confirmed. Additionally, the Ernakulam-Tatanagar Express has been diverted through an alternative route starting June 28th. The Tatanagar-Bengaluru and Yashvantpur Weekly Express trains have also been diverted since June 30th.

Friday ko, Tatanagar aate time, Ernakulam Express ke kuchh coaches engine se alag ho gaye. Ya incident Thrissur station ke paas dopahar ke 10 baje ke aaspaas hua. Report ke mutabik engine ke peeche wala teesra coach pehle alag hua, fir kuchh aur coaches bhi alag ho gaye, jisse passengers...
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aur railway staff mein panic macha. Shoranur station ke mechanics ne mauke par jaake coaches ko engine se phir se jod diya. Is incident ki wajah se Ernakulam Express almost 4 ghante ruk gayi. Incident ke exact reason ki jaanch ho rahi hai. Railway officials ne kaha hai ki agar negligence prove hota hai to department action liya jaayega. 28 June se Ernakulam-Tatanagar Express ko alternate route se chalaaya ja raha hai. Tatanagar-Bengaluru aur Yashvantpur Weekly Express bhi 30 June se alternate route se chal rahi hain.
Jun 11 (01:02) Elephant Crossings Hamper Train Service Expansion in Palakkad Railway Division
Entry# 6091253   
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Jun 11 2024 (01:02)
Station Tag: Palakkad Junction (Palghat)/PGT added by DrAbhijay2407/349977

Jun 11 2024 (01:02)
Station Tag: Madukarai/MDKI added by DrAbhijay2407/349977

Jun 11 2024 (01:02)
Station Tag: Kanjikode/KJKD added by DrAbhijay2407/349977

Jun 11 2024 (01:02)
Station Tag: Kottekad/KTKU added by DrAbhijay2407/349977
Speed restriction due to elephant presence causes bunching up of trains in Palakkad division

The Palakkad Railway Division is facing a challenge in introducing additional trains due to speed restrictions imposed on the 33-km ghat section between Palakkad and Madukkarai. This restriction, enforced to protect elephants crossing the tracks, limits train speeds to 65 kmph during the day and 45 kmph at night. This has...
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resulted in train bunching, reducing capacity and preventing the introduction of new trains. The division aims to increase train speed to 130 kmph on the Shoranur-Mangaluru route but the Palakkad-Madukkarai section remains a hurdle. Solutions proposed include diverting trains via the Palakkad-Pollachi route or constructing an elevated corridor through the elephant-inhabited forest. However, these options require significant investments.

Palakkad Railway Division ko ek badi challenge a rahi hai new trains introduce karne mein, kyunki 33-km ghat section, Palakkad aur Madukkarai ke beech, pe speed restriction lagayi gayi hai. Yeh restriction, jungle mein elephants ko track cross karne se bachane ke liye, din mein 65 kmph aur raat mein 45...
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kmph ki speed limit lagati hai. Isse trains bunching ho rahi hai, capacity kam ho rahi hai, aur new trains add nahi ho pa rahi hai. Division ka target Shoranur-Mangaluru route pe train speed 130 kmph tak badhana hai, lekin Palakkad-Madukkarai section ek hurdle ban gaya hai. Is problem ke liye solutions diye jaa rahe hain, jaise Palakkad-Pollachi route se trains divert karna ya elephants waale forest area mein ek elevated corridor build karna. Leikn yeh dono options bahut paise lagne wale hain.
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