The heritage train operating between Patalpani and Kalakund in the valleys near Indore resumed its service on Saturday. The train departed from Patalpani station at 11:05 AM on Saturday, taking passengers on a scenic journey to Patalpani waterfall. Indore MP Shankar Lalwani traveled with passengers in the train's VistaDome coach and...
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even shared breakfast with them. He announced the introduction of a DEMU train to connect Indore to Patalpani. The heritage train features two AC VistaDome coaches (C1 & C2) and three non-AC coaches (D1, D2, & D3). Tourists have already booked tickets for the upcoming two Sundays. The 10km route offers breathtaking views of Patalpani station, waterfall, Valley Bridge, Kalakund, and tunnels. The train departs from Patalpani at 11:05 AM and reaches Kalakund at 1:05 PM. The return journey from Kalakund starts at 3:34 PM and reaches Patalpani at 4:30 PM. Railway officials are considering operating a DEMU train from Indore to Mahu and Patalpani to cater to tourists. Initially, passengers might have to travel to Patalpani via road, but the railway has inspected the broad-gauge rail line from Mahu to Patalpani and might extend the existing 09390 DEMU train from Ratlam to Patalpani. This would enable direct train connectivity from Indore and Mahu to Patalpani.

The Patalpani-Kalakund Heritage Train service will resume on July 20th, operating every Saturday and Sunday. The train departs from Patalpani at 11:05 AM and arrives at Kalakund at 1:05 PM. The return journey departs Kalakund at 3:34 PM and reaches Patalpani at 4:30 PM. The train consists of two AC chair...
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cars (C1 and C2) and three non-AC chair cars (D1, D2, and D3). One-way fares are ₹265 for AC and ₹20 for non-AC. Bookings open on July 19th at PRS counters and on the IRCTC website. This train offers a scenic journey through picturesque landscapes, appealing to travelers and nature enthusiasts.

The Indian Railways will be restarting the heritage train service between Patalpani and Kalakund on July 20th. This train will traverse the scenic track through the valleys of Kalakund. Member of Parliament Shankar Lalwani will flag off the heritage train on Saturday, July 20th, and will also participate in a tree...
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plantation drive organized by the Indian Railways. The event will also include a tree plantation initiative.

The conversion of the meter gauge section between Mhow and Patalpani to broad gauge has been completed by the Indian Railways. A CRS inspection was conducted on the track today, during which a train was run at a speed of 105 km/h from Patalpani Railway Station to Dr. Ambedkar Nagar Mhow...
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Railway Station. Passenger train services between Mhow and Patalpani will commence soon after the trial run report is approved. The DRM, Rajnish Kumar, stated that the 5 km broad gauge conversion between Mhow and Patalpani is finished. They plan to launch the Heritage Train service this month. The Heritage Train will operate between Patalpani and Kalakund, covering 10 km. It will offer passengers the chance to experience the Patalpani Station, Patalpani Waterfall, Valley Bridge, Kalakund, and four tunnels. Passengers will need to travel via DEMU for 5.5 km between Mhow and Patalpani due to the change in gauge. The Heritage Train will run three days a week, initially with two Vista Dome AC Chair Cars (C-1 and C-2) and three Non-AC Chair Cars (D-1, D-2, and D-3). Tickets will be sold separately for the journey. The train is scheduled to depart from Patalpani at 11:05 am and reach Kalakund at 1:25 pm. The return journey will commence from Kalakund at 3:34 pm and arrive at Patalpani at 4:30 pm. The train will stay at Kalakund for approximately two hours to allow passengers to explore the waterfalls and mountains. This section of the track was designated as a Heritage Track in 2018, marking the debut of the state's only Heritage Train. This train has been popular with travelers and operates during the monsoon season. The railway line was laid in 1877. There were plans to shut down the line a few years ago, but due to the tourism potential of the location, a smaller train service was maintained.