Mobile Unreserved Ticketing System launched on an experimental basis at Mysuru City Railway Station Mysuru: The South Western Railway has introduced a special express train between Mysuru and Vijayapura (Bijapur) to accommodate Deepavali festival rush. For added convenience, a Mobile Unreserved Ticketing System (MUTS) has also been launched at the Mysuru City Railway Station, enabling…
SWR, Mysuru Division handles million passengers this Dasara
October 18, 2024Mysuru: The Railway Stations across City, coming under the jurisdiction of South Western Railway (SWR), Mysuru Division, registered a footfall of over 1 million passengers from Oct. 3 to 14, during recently concluded Dasara festival. City Railway Station alone witnessed an unprecedented footfall of over 9.2 lakh passengers, with a peak of 1.2 lakh passengers…
Special trains to clear Dasara rush
October 10, 2024Mysuru: To manage the extra rush of passengers during the Dasara festival, South Western Railway has introduced special trains connecting Mysuru to various destinations across Karnataka. Train No. 06207 Arsikere to Mysuru will run three trips, starting from Oct. 10 to Oct. 12. The train will depart Arsikere at 14.30 hrs and arrive in Mysuru…
Railway Minister reviews projects in Mysuru
September 13, 2024Mysuru: Union Minister of State for Railways V. Somanna reviewed several Railway projects undertaken by South Western Railway, Mysuru Division, this morning. Starting his inspection at the remodelled yard of Ashokapuram Station, he was informed by Railway Officers that 80 percent of works have been completed. Minor works like laying interlock tiles and roofing the…
Special train service between Mysuru and Sengottai, TN
August 29, 2024Mysuru: To accommodate the extra rush of passengers, Mysuru Division of South Western Railway (SWR) has decided to operate a special train service between Mysuru and Sengottai in Tamil Nadu. This service will be available for two trips only. Passengers may take advantage of this service for a more comfortable journey. Train No. 06241 Mysuru…
Assistant Loco Pilot promotion exams to be held in Kannada: Union Minister
August 9, 2024Bengaluru: The South Western Railway (SWR) has issued an order permitting candidates to take the Assistant Loco Pilot Promotion Examination in Kannada, according to Union Minister of State for Railways V. Somanna. Announcing the decision on his ‘X’ account, Somanna stated, “I am pleased to inform you that South Western Railway will hold the Assistant…
SWR provides enhanced facilities for running staff
July 13, 2024Mysore/Mysuru: Continuous improvements have been made to the facilities for running staff in the Mysuru Division of South Western Railway (SWR), recognising their crucial role in train operations. Running rooms: These rest areas for train crew, including drivers and guards, have been enhanced to provide a home-like atmosphere. They feature air-conditioned or air-cooled sleeping cubicles,…
Railway line hinders Mysore Airport runway expansion
July 10, 2024Tenders floated to study feasibility of shifting line Mysore/Mysuru: The South Western Railway has floated e-tenders to conduct a detailed survey aimed at assessing the feasibility of either relocating the existing railway line or constructing an underground passage on the Mysuru-Nanjangud-Chamarajanagar section specifically between kilometres 8/147 to 12/576 near Mysore Airport at Mandakalli. The current…
Trespassing on Railway tracks a continued menace in city
June 7, 2024South Western Railway conducts awareness campaign warning people not to risk their lives Mysore/Mysuru: Despite the elimination of unmanned level crossings and repeated warnings from Railway Police and authorities, the dangerous practice of trespassing on Railway tracks persists in various parts of the city. This hazardous behaviour continues unabated, often leading to tragic consequences. Under…
World Heritage Day at Mysuru Rail Museum
April 18, 2024Mysore/Mysuru: Mysuru Rail Museum, under the patronage of South Western Railway (SWR), celebrated World Heritage Day 2024 by organising a special event focused on the theme ‘Disasters and Conflicts through the Lens of the Venice Charter.’ The event featured a Round Table Discussion where experts in the field of heritage conservation gathered to emphasise the…
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