Commuters welcome introduction of AC suburban train services at Arakkonam
Commuters in Arakkonam have welcomed the introduction of new air-conditioned suburban train services to Chennai. The trial service aims to provide relief from extreme heat for daily office-goers and senior citizens.
Why it matters
The expansion of AC suburban rail infrastructure addresses public health concerns and improves the quality of life for thousands of daily commuters in high-heat regions.
Commuters welcome introduction of AC suburban train services at Arakkonam left Railway officials said that the new A/C suburban train services will be operated only on weekdays. File M. SRINATH The Hindu https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/f62p4o/article71611895.ece/alternates/FREE_1200/EMU%20train%20ACOOO.jpg SRINATH M CHENNAI: 19/04/2025: The first air-conditioned EMU train service launched on Chennai Beach Chengalpattu section on Saturday.... Photo: SRINATH M/ THE HINDU They say that the air-conditioned train services would help in comfortabe travel as Arakkonam and surrounding areas witness extreme heat during summer; the train will leave at 8 a.m. from Arakkonam and arrive at Chennai Central at 9.30 a.m. RANIPET Commuters welcomed the introduction of air-conditioned suburban train services between Chennai Central and Arakkonam railway stations from October 23 (Friday) on a trial basis. Commuters said that many office-goers, including those who work in government departments and private companies in Chennai, board suburban trains at Arakkonam railway station.
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