Trains to Reach Higher Speeds on Villupuram–Tiruchi Route

Trains will soon operate faster on the Villupuram–Tiruchi route, as Southern Railway upgrades infrastructure to raise top speeds from 110 km/h to 130 km/h across this busy corridor in Tamil Nadu. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

The 170-kilometer electrified line links key junctions including Vriddhachalam, Ariyalur, Lalgudi, and Srirangam. It supports over 100 trains daily and plays a vital role in connecting Tamil Nadu with Kerala and other regions.

Trains to Benefit from Major Infrastructure and Signaling Upgrades

Southern Railway launched the speed enhancement project earlier this fiscal year. Engineering, telecom, and signaling teams are coordinating efforts to minimize schedule disruptions while increasing capacity.

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Ballast deep screening is reinforcing the track base, and curve realignment is underway to support high-speed operations. Rail slewing improves geometry, while fencing enhances safety in vulnerable areas.

New double distant signals, critical for safe braking at higher speeds, are nearly complete between Villupuram and Vriddhachalam. Similar upgrades are planned for Vriddhachalam to Sillakudi and onward to Tiruchi.

Intermediate Block Signaling (IBS) will divide long stretches into smaller sections. This technology allows more trains to operate efficiently on high-demand lines with fewer delays.

Trains to Reduce Journey Times and Support Cleaner Transport

Premium trains like Vande Bharat Express, Pandian Express, and Rockfort Express will benefit from shorter journey times. Faster service also improves punctuality and asset utilization across the network.

The electrified line offers a greener alternative to road travel. Higher speeds make rail transport more energy-efficient, drawing more passengers away from cars and buses and cutting emissions.

Freight services on this corridor will also gain from the upgrade. Faster delivery of fuel, cement, and perishable goods will help industries and bolster Tamil Nadu’s central economy.

Officials expect completion by the end of the upcoming fiscal year. The speed boost could save passengers up to 30 minutes per trip while contributing to India’s Mission Raftaar initiative for modern railways.

In a state where rail travel is essential to social and economic mobility, these improvements promise cleaner, faster, and more inclusive transport options for millions.

Source, photo: urbanacres.in

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