The Indian Railways has announced the operation of special trains between Madurai Junction and Palani in connection with the Thaipoosam festival at Palani temple. The festival will take place on February 11 and 12, 2025.
Gnanasekar, Deputy Chief Engineer at Madurai Junction, said that they will be providing airport-like facilities here with AC waiting halls and multi-level parking for vehicles.
According to the Southern Railway, the fire was triggered by an “illegally smuggled gas cylinder.” Four people died after a massive fire broke out into a stationary coach here in Madurai junction on the early morning hours of Saturday, said Chief Public Relations Officer, Sout