MAJOR TRAIN SHIFT: KSR BENGALURU TRAINS TO OPERATE FROM SMVT FOR 153 DAYS
In a major operational change, Indian Railways has temporarily shifted three key daily train services—connecting KSR Bengaluru to Kannur, Ernakulam, and Nanded—to originate and terminate from SMVT Bengaluru (SMVB) instead of KSR Bengaluru City Junction. This change will remain in effect for 153 days, starting from August 2025.
TRAINS AFFECTED BY THE SHIFT TO SMVT BENGALURU
1. Ernakulam–SMVT Bengaluru Superfast Express (Train No. 12677/12678)
Effective Period: From 15 August 2025 to 16 January 2026
New Origin and Termination Station: SMVT Bengaluru
Route Impact:
No stoppage at KSR Bengaluru or Bengaluru Cantonment
Train will run via Carmelaram and Baiyyappanahalli
2. Kannur–SMVT Bengaluru Express (Train No. 16511/16512)
Effective Period: From 16 August 2025 to 16 January 2026
New Origin and Termination Station: SMVT Bengaluru
Route Impact:
No stoppage at KSR Bengaluru City Station
Will operate via Yesvantpur, Hebbal, Banaswadi
3. Nanded–SMVT Bengaluru Express (Train No. 16593/16594)
Effective Period: Same 153-day window
New Origin and Termination: SMVT Bengaluru
Route Impact:
Skips KSR Bengaluru City Junction
Passengers must plan using SMVT as the boarding point
WHY THIS SHIFT TO SMVT BENGALURU?
The temporary relocation is due to infrastructure upgrades and pit-line maintenance work at KSR Bengaluru City Station (SBC) and Yesvantpur Station. To reduce congestion and allow smooth railway operations during the construction phase, select trains are being rerouted through Sir M. Visvesvaraya Terminal (SMVT), which is equipped with modern platforms and operational capacity.
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PASSENGER ADVISORY
Travelers booked on these trains during the notified period must board and deboard at SMVT Bengaluru.
KSR Bengaluru (SBC) and Cantonment (BNC) will not serve these trains during this time.
Additional commute time may be needed if connecting from central Bengaluru.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ)
Q1: Why are these trains being shifted from KSR Bengaluru to SMVT?
To facilitate long-term infrastructure work and decongest core stations like KSR Bengaluru and Yesvantpur.
Q2: How long will this change be in effect?
For a total of 153 days starting mid-August 2025 until January 2026.
Q3: Which trains are affected by this change?
Ernakulam–Bengaluru Superfast Express (12677/12678)
Kannur–Bengaluru Express (16511/16512)
Nanded–Bengaluru Daily Express (16593/16594)
Q4: Can I board the train from KSR Bengaluru during this period?
No. These trains will not halt or pass through KSR Bengaluru during the reroute window.
Q5: Where is SMVT Bengaluru located?
SMVT Bengaluru is situated in Baiyyappanahalli, East Bengaluru. It is a fully operational terminal with good metro and road connectivity.
Published on: July 11, 2025
Published by: PAVAN
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