Number of rail passengers grew by 9.07% in Thiruvananthapuram Division, says DRM
Inaugurating the Independence Day celebrations, Divyakant Chandrakar says the division recorded a revenue of ₹2,513.83 crore in the 2025-26 period
The Southern Railways Thiruvananthapuram Division reported a revenue of ₹2,513.83 crore for the 2025-26 period, marking a 7.51% increase from the previous year. Divisional Railway Manager Divyakant Chandrakar revealed that the number of originating passengers grew from 108.26 million to 118.08 million, reflecting a 9.07% rise. This surge in passenger demand was underscored by the division's efforts, which included operating 748 special trains and adding 572 coaches this year.
Despite the expansion in services, the division maintained an impressive punctuality rate of over 86.74%. Looking ahead, the Ernakulam–KSR Bengaluru Vande Bharat Express is set to be upgraded from an 8-car to a 16-car configuration, effectively doubling its capacity to accommodate more passengers. Security measures saw 10,500 offenders booked under the Railways Act, with over 8,500 violations related to cleanliness and theft, as well as the apprehension of 57 criminals involved in passenger property theft.
The railway forces also successfully traced and returned 356 lost belongings, valued at ₹1.67 crore, and rescued 74 runaway and destitute children, as well as 13 from human trafficking networks. Independence Day celebrations took place across railway stations and various field units, showcasing the railway forces' dedication and commitment to service.
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