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KTYM/Kottayam (6 PFs)
Local Name: Nagambadom
कोट्टयम
കോട്ടയം

Track: Double Electric-Line

Updated: Nov 30 2022 (15:53)
Kottayam Railway Station (KTYM) is located in the heart of Kottayam city, Kerala. With 6 platforms, it serves as a major junction connecting various destinations within Kerala and beyond. The station offers basic amenities like waiting rooms, restrooms, and refreshment stalls, making it a convenient hub for travelers.

Tourism

Ettumanur Mahadeva Temple: An ancient Shiva temple known for its intricate carvings and annual festival.
Thiruvanchikulam Mahadeva Temple: A significant Shiva temple with a beautiful pond and a serene atmosphere.
Changanassery Mahadeva Temple: A renowned Shiva temple with a long history and cultural significance.
Vaikom Mahadeva Temple: A famous Shiva temple on the banks of the Vembanad Lake, known for its annual festival.
Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary: A beautiful sanctuary with a diverse range of bird species, offering scenic views and nature walks.

Food

Hotel Annapoorna: Famous for its traditional Kerala vegetarian cuisine.
Sree Krishna Restaurant: Offers a wide variety of vegetarian dishes, including thalis and snacks.
Hotel Arya Bhavan: A popular vegetarian restaurant known for its delicious south Indian dishes.
Hotel Vasantha Bhavan: A well-known vegetarian restaurant serving both traditional and modern dishes.
The Green Leaf: A modern vegetarian restaurant with a focus on healthy and organic food.

Station Address

Railway Station Road, Nagambadom, Kottayam Tel: 0481 2563535
State: Kerala
Elevation: 4 m above sea level
Type: Regular   Category: NSG-3
Zone: SR/Southern   Division: Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum)
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Aug 08 (19:12) Kottayam Railway Station Development Not Under Consideration: Indian Government (english.mathrubhumi.com)
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read full article... Centre rules out immediate terminal status to Kottayam railway station

The Indian government has announced that there are no current plans to convert Kottayam Railway Station in Kerala into a terminal station. The Minister of Railways explained that Kottayam is a crossing station with five platforms, and converting it into a terminal station would be challenging due to train traffic from...
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both directions. However, a new coaching terminal is being built in Nemom, Kerala, at a cost of 116.57 crore rupees. The MP from Kottayam requested the extension of services terminating at Ernakulam to Kottayam and the addition of stops for long-distance trains passing through Kottayam. The Minister responded that all railway infrastructure projects are assessed based on several factors, including profitability, connectivity, and available funds.

India government ne announce kiya hai ki Kerala mein Kottayam Railway Station ko terminal station banane ka koi plan abhi nahin hai. Railway Minister ne explain kiya ki Kottayam ek crossing station hai jisme 5 platforms hain, aur dono directions se train aane jaane ki wajah se terminal station banana mushkil...
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hoga. Lekin Nemom, Kerala mein ek new coaching terminal banaya ja raha hai, jiska cost 116.57 crore rupees hai. Kottayam ke MP ne request kiya ki Ernakulam se terminate hone wali services ko Kottayam tak extend kiya jaaye aur Kottayam se guzarne wali long-distance trains mein stops add kiye jaaye. Minister ne reply diya ki sabhi railway infrastructure projects ka assessment kai factors pe kiya jaata hai, jaise ki profitability, connectivity, aur available funds.
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Aug 08 (19:38)
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Given the space limitations at KTYM,Terminal facilities are difficult. Terminating some trains shud be done like Karaikal express,Bsp express(if possible),Poorna etc.
For long distance trains to originate,There needs to be Pitlines,Which if possible shud be constructed on the old tunnel line (now abandoned) similar to Alappuzha.
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Jul 17 (06:55) Vande Bharat Service Delay on Ernakulam-Bengaluru Route: Platform Shortage Cited as Major Reason (www.thehindu.com)
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Jul 17 2024 (06:55)
Station Tag: Kottayam/KTYM added by Sameer2905^~/1864147
read full article... Clamour for Vande Bharat service on Ernakulam-Bengaluru route gets louder

The launch of Vande Bharat Express service on the Ernakulam-Bengaluru route has been delayed due to various reasons, including a shortage of platforms at railway stations in Bengaluru, according to railway officials. Commuters are demanding the operation of at least one Vande Bharat rake on the route. A potential solution could...
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be running the train between Kottayam and Baiyyapanahalli, considering the lack of platforms at Ernakulam Junction and KSR Bengaluru. While a full-fledged service launch might coincide with the Onam holiday season, the timings and stops are yet to be finalized pending the allocation of a new rake. Passengers' groups are advocating for a 16-coach Vande Bharat rake and a sleeper variant to cater to the growing demand. However, railway sources cite concerns over maintenance facilities and the impact on short-distance trains if a new daily Vande Bharat service is introduced.

Vande Bharat Express service Ernakulam-Bengaluru route pe start hone mein delay ho raha hai, reason hai Bengaluru ke railway stations pe platforms ki kami. Commuters demand kar rahe hai ki atleast ek Vande Bharat rake is route pe chale. Ek possibility hai ki train Kottayam aur Baiyyapanahalli ke beech chale, Ernakulam...
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Junction aur KSR Bengaluru pe platforms ki kami ko dekhte huye. Full-fledged service Onam holiday season mein launch ho sakti hai, lekin timings aur stops abhi final nahi hue hai, new rake allocate hone ka wait hai. Passengers' groups 16-coach Vande Bharat rake aur sleeper variant ki demand kar rahe hai. Railway sources maintenance facilities aur short-distance trains pe effect ki baat kar rahe hai agar new daily Vande Bharat service start hoti hai.
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No news abt it. Guess TT issue may be the reason coz Madurai peoples are opposing for route via TPJ so it is on hold but not sure abt the exact reason.
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TPJ badly needs a day train to SBC
Maybe they should make it 16 Car if MDU pax feel less quota gets allotted for them
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No less quota issue. We don't need it via TPJ and it is extra travel time for us and have to pay more. If needed they can give separate VB for both else operate this VB from TPJ itself, MDU doesn't need a VB like this with too early departure. Why we should pay extra for a circuitous route and if this VB gets inaugurated as such then it's a total waste for Madurai. Hope Railways will think and proceed. Let's see.
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Agree with the cost issue though

Travel time won't be more than 45-50 mins extra I think
TPJ-DG easily in 50 mins for a VB
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SBC-ERS Intercity will continue to run. Heard that LHB coaches have already been assigned for the same.
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Jan 11 (09:28) Subsidence threat remains, rlys asked to operate train carefully (www.google.com)
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Dec 15 2023 (00:01) Indian Railways: Special Vande Bharat Train To Cater Sabarimala Season Rush - Routes, Timing, Stops (zeenews.india.com)
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Train Tag: Kottayam - MGR Chennai Central Special Fare SF Sabarimala Special/06092 added by Padmakant^~/2218862

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Train Tag: MGR Chennai Central - Kottayam Special Fare SF Sabarimala Special/06091 added by Padmakant^~/2218862
Southern Railway introduces Vande Bharat Sabari special train for increased demand during Sabarimala season, reducing travel time between Chennai Central and Kottayam.
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read full article... Indian Railways: Special Vande Bharat Train To Cater Sabarimala Season Rush - Routes, Timing, Stops
Dec 14 2023 (06:46) Southern Railway announces Vande Bharat special to clear Sabarimala rush (english.mathrubhumi.com)
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Train Tag: MGR Chennai Central - Kottayam Special Fare Vande Bharat Special/06151 added by Sameer2905^~/1864147
Chennai: The Southern Railway on Wednesday announced operating a Vande Bharat service between Chennai and Kottayam to clear the rush of passengers during the ongoing Sabarimala...
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PNBE-NDLS VB Spl - 11:30hrs.... now MAS-KTYM VB Spl - 11:45hrs....
Wondering who would be traveling in this train and plus the comfort level from one end to another.... cause sitting more than 5hrs in CC would be little uncomfortable.... this is almost 12hrs.... don't know what's their game plan for launching this VB Spl....🤔🤔🤔
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