For the first time, AC local train service begins on Chennai Central-Arakkonam route

For the first time, an air-conditioned (AC) local train service has commenced operations on the Chennai Central-Arakkonam ...
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India’s first AC train ran from…, it was cooled with…its name was…

India’s first AC train: Today, most of us have experienced travelling in an AC compartment on a train but do we know when India’s first AC train was introduced? Said to be one of the most luxurious ...

Commuters welcome long-awaited AC train service, but flag high fares, omission of key stations

A section of commuters has welcomed the introduction of air-conditioned (AC) suburban train services on the western section, covering Tiruvallur and Arakkonam, on Friday after a long wait. However, ...

Inside Duronto Express First AC: What a ₹4,000 Goa-to-Mumbai train journey offers; from meals to scenic views

Train journeys have long been an integral part of travelling across India, offering passengers an opportunity to watch ...

AC suburban trains to be launched in west section in Chennai

Chennai’s west section launches AC suburban trains on a 30-day trial, with MMC–Avadi–Arakkonam routes and weekday services.

Chennai to Arakkonam route to get AC train from October 23

CHENNAI: Southern Railway on Wednesday announced that an AC 12-car local train service will be operated on the Chennai-Arakkonam section on a trial basis from O ...