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Hyderabad: A new Amrit Bharat 2.0 Express connecting Cherlapalli in Telangana with Thiruvananthapuram North in Kerala will be flagged off on Friday, January 23.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the weekly train service virtually from Thiruvananthapuram.
The Cherlapalli–Thiruvananthapuram North–Cherlapalli Amrit Bharat Weekly Express is aimed at improving long-distance rail connectivity between Telangana and Kerala. The train is part of the Indian Railways’ Amrit Bharat initiative, which focuses on providing affordable travel options with upgraded passenger amenities.
According to officials, the train will operate as a superfast service and will primarily cater to long-distance passengers.
It will consist of eight Sleeper Class coaches, eleven General Second Class coaches, two Divyangjan-friendly Second Class coaches equipped with accessibility features, and one pantry car. The service does not include air-conditioned coaches.
The new train is expected to improve mobility for passengers from Telangana, particularly benefiting ordinary travellers and persons with disabilities.
Railway authorities said the service is designed to enhance accessibility while supporting increased passenger movement between southern states.
This post was last modified on January 23, 2026 7:41 am