Southern Railway introduces its first Vistadome coach in Madurai Division
Southern Railway has launched its first Vistadome coach in the Madurai Division, operating on the Madurai-Guruvayur Express. The coach features panoramic glass roofs and windows to enhance the passenger experience through the Western Ghats.
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The introduction of premium tourism-focused rail infrastructure aims to boost regional tourism and modernize passenger amenities in Southern India.
Southern Railway introduces its first Vistadome coach in Madurai Division left Southern Railway introduced the first Vistadome coach in Madurai Division from Madurai Junction to Guruvayur on Thursday. R. Ashok R. Ashok https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/5qswke/article71613030.ece/alternates/FREE_1200/9871_22_10_2026_19_17_39_1_TRAIN__01.JPG R. Ashok Southern Railway introduced the first Vistadome coach in Madurai Division from Madurai Junction to Guruvayur on Thursday. Vistadome coach was equipped with wide glass windows and a panoramic glass roof to offer the passengers a breathtaking view of mountains, valleys, forests and lush greenery, thereby transforming the journey into a memorable experience MADURAI The Southern Railway has introduced its first ever Vistadome coach in Madurai Division on Train Nos. 16327/16328 Madurai Junction— Guruvayur— Madurai Junction Express on a temporary trial basis. The service commenced on Thursday from Madurai Railway Junction.
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