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MKK/Kodambakkam (4 PFs)
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Track: Quadruple Electric-Line

Updated: Dec 12 2022 (10:14)
Kodambakkam Railway Station (MKK) is a busy suburban station in Chennai, located on the Chennai Suburban Railway network. The station features 4 platforms and offers basic amenities like ticket counters, waiting rooms, and restrooms. Kodambakkam is a bustling area with a mix of residential and commercial establishments, offering a vibrant local experience.

Tourism

**Parthasarathy Temple:** A historic temple dedicated to Lord Krishna, known for its intricate carvings and colorful murals.
**Kapaleeshwarar Temple:** An ancient Shiva temple with stunning architecture and a peaceful atmosphere.
**Vadapalani Andavar Temple:** Dedicated to Murugan, this temple is known for its vibrant festivals and religious significance.
**Kailasanathar Temple:** A beautiful temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, known for its intricate carvings and serene atmosphere.
**Sri Mariamman Temple:** One of the oldest and most important Hindu temples in Chennai, dedicated to the goddess Mariamman.

Food

**Sangeetha:** Popular for its traditional South Indian vegetarian dishes, especially dosas and idlis.
**Saravana Bhavan:** A well-known chain serving delicious vegetarian South Indian meals, including thalis.
**Adayar Ananda Bhavan:** Known for its vegetarian South Indian snacks and meals, with a focus on traditional flavors.
**Krishna Sweets:** A popular spot for sweet treats and savory snacks, including their famous samosas and sweets.
**Hotel Woodlands:** Offers a diverse menu of vegetarian dishes, including North Indian and Chinese options.

Station Address

Taylor Estate, Mambalam High Road, Kodambakkam, Mambalam Taluka, Chennai District, Pincode-600024
State: Tamil Nadu

Elevation: 13 m above sea level
Type: Regular   Category: SG-3
Zone: SR/Southern   Division: MGR Chennai


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75th Independence Day Special!!
Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav!!!

After 3 years of gap which was due to covid, Heritage Special Steam Run is finally back on Independence day!!
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21 FAIRY QUEEN leading ICF Inspection Power Car Parakh, for its usual short run from Chennai Egmore to Kodambakkam!!!
Peoples of all ages are exicited and taking photos and videos, such a beautiful moment for all🔥❤️🥳💚✨

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Apr 01 2022 (22:17)   12642/Thirukkural SF Express (PT) | MKK/Kodambakkam (4 PFs)
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Jhansi 22301 WAP4 (Midmount) with Hazrat Nizamuddin - Kaniyakumari "Thirukkural Bi - weekly superfast express" going to its next halt at Tambaram railway station
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Jun 30 2019 (18:00)   12605/Pallavan Superfast Express | MKK/Kodambakkam (4 PFs) | RPM/WAP-7/30364
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FIRST LHB RUN: RPM WAP7 ACCELERATES WITH PALLAVAN EXPRESS
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A dream come true for Chord Line Railfans! Today (30/06/2019), 12605 Chennai Egmore - Tiruchchirappalli - Karaikkudi Pallavan Superfast Express begins its first journey with brand new LHB coaches. Southern Railways has converted one rake of Vaigai Express/Pallavan Express to LHB from today.
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seen in the video, RPM WAP7 30364 honks accelerates with the legendary 12605 Pallavan Express in LHB avatar towards Tambaram. An EMU plays a spoilsport as it comes from behind and blocks the last few coaches of Pallavan Express.
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Oct 07 2018 (18:46)   20482/Tiruchchirappalli - Bhagat Ki Kothi Humsafar Express | MKK/Kodambakkam (4 PFs) | KJGY/WAG-7/28753
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Surprise Visitor Down South with Humsafar Express | Cautious KJGY WAG7 Crosses Speeding RPM WAP7
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A rarely spotted and surprise guest loco from North India, Khanalampura ( KJGY ) WAG7 28753 proceeds towards Chennai Egmore under caution with 14816 Tambaram Bhagat Ki Kothi Humsafar Express and meets speeding 12693 Pearl City Superfast Express to Tuticorin hauled by Royapuram ( RPM ) WAP7 30394. Pearl City Express was running with SWR rake.
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Location:Kodambakkam,Chennai.
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Jan 02 2020 (18:12)   22676/Cholan SF Express (PT) | MKK/Kodambakkam (4 PFs) | GOC/WDP-4D/40405
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Throwback To The Diesel Days | End of An Era | GOC WDP4D Crawls With Cholan Express
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16796 Tiruchchirapalli Chennai Egmore Cholan Express crawls through Kodambakkam with GOC WDP4D 40405 under caution. Cholan Express was one of the few trains that were hauled by diesel locos on the mainline end to end. Now,this train is hauled by an RPM WAP7 between Chennai Egmore and Villupuram.
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Date of Capture: 16th September 2019.
Time: 5:39 PM.
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