Railway has announced two Diwali Special Express trains between Dr MGR Chennai Central and Podanur to facilitate passenger travel during the festive season. The special services will operate as Train Nos. 06023 and 06024.

Train No. 06023, Dr MGR Chennai Central–Podanur Express Special, will operate from Chennai Central to Podanur on November 6, 2026 (Friday). The train will stop at Perambur, Tiruvallur, Arakkonam, Katpadi, Jolarpettai, Salem, Erode and Tiruppur before reaching Podanur.

Train No. 06024, Podanur–Dr MGR Chennai Central Express Special, will operate from Podanur to Chennai Central on November 9, 2026 (Monday). It will stop at Tiruppur, Erode, Salem, Jolarpettai, Katpadi, Arakkonam, Tiruvallur and Perambur.

Both trains will operate with one service each. The coach composition will include two AC Two Tier coaches, three AC Three Tier coaches, 11 Sleeper Class coaches, four General Second Class coaches and two Luggage-cum-Brake Vans.

Passengers are requested to visit the Indian Railways website (www.enquiry.indianrail.gov.in), dial 139, or download the NTES app for detailed arrival and departure timings at the respective stations.

Source - SR & RSB