Diwali Special Trains to Benefit Sabarimala Pilgrims During Mandala Season
Southern Railway has announced special train services between Thiruvananthapuram North and Hazrat Nizamuddin, offering an additional travel option for devotees heading to Kerala during the upcoming Sabarimala Mandala season.
The Sabarimala temple will open for the Mandala pilgrimage on November 16, 2026, at 5 PM. The special trains are expected to benefit devotees travelling from Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and other parts of the country.
Train 06073 Thiruvananthapuram North–Hazrat Nizamuddin will depart at 2 PM on November 2, 9 and 16, while Train 06074 Hazrat Nizamuddin–Thiruvananthapuram North will depart at 5:45 AM on November 5, 12 and 19. The services will cover several major stations, including Kollam, Kayamkulam, Chengannur, Tiruvalla, Kottayam, Changanassery, Ernakulam, Aluva, Thrissur, Palakkad, Jolarpettai, Renigunta, Vijayawada, Warangal and Nagpur, among others.
The trains will have 10 AC 3-Tier coaches, 6 AC 3-Tier Economy coaches and 2 Luggage-cum-Brake Vans.
Advance booking for these special trains opens at 8:00 AM on October 23, 2026, from the Southern Railway end. Devotees planning their Sabarimala journey are advised to book early, subject to seat availability.
With the Mandala season beginning on November 16, pilgrims can consider these services while planning their journey to Kerala and onward travel to Sabarimala.