In a welcome development for rail travelers in tamil Nadu, the weekly special train service between tirunelveli (popularly known as Nellai) and Mettupalayam has been extended for another month, offering continued travel convenience across key districts of the state.

📅 Service Extension Period

According to recent announcements by Southern Railway, the special weekly train will continue to operate from march 1 to march 29, 2026, as part of efforts to meet ongoing passenger demand.

🚆 Train Schedule & Route

The train service—Train No. 06030—departs from tirunelveli every sunday at 8:00 PM.

It travels via several major towns, including **Chera­nmak­ha­thevi, Kālli­ṭai­ku­r̥icci, Ambasamudram, etc., before reaching Mettupalayam the following morning around 7:30 AM.

🚉 Importance of the Service

This special train is especially significant for long-distance travellers who rely on weekly connectivity between the southern and western parts of tamil Nadu. The route links important regions such as tirunelveli, Madurai, and coimbatore district via key intermediate towns—helping passengers with travel for business, education, family visits, and other needs.

📊 Passenger Demand and Railway Response

The extension reflects the continued demand from travelers and the Southern Railway’s responsiveness to ensure consistent rail connectivity during periods of heightened travel needs—including holidays and transitional seasons when regular long-distance services may be limited.

🧭 Looking Ahead

train extensions like this are part of a broader trend where railways adapt schedules and services based on passenger demand and seasonal travel patterns. Many travelers have also called for making the service permanent rather than seasonal or temporary—citing high utilization and convenience.

 

Summary: The weekly Nellai–Mettupalayam special train service has been extended from march 1 to march 29, 2026, departing tirunelveli every sunday night and reaching Mettupalayam early monday morning, continuing to serve passengers across central and southern tamil Nadu.

 

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