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Time of India
7 days ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
Mumbai to Goa with your car, minus the traffic? India's first ferry train set to launch before Ganesh Chaturthi
Konkan Railway Corporation Limited is launching India's first car ferry train service between Kolad and Verna, just in time for Ganesh Chaturthi. This innovative service allows travelers to transport their cars by train, reducing travel time to 12 hours compared to the current 20-22 hour road journey. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads A faster, safer way to travel How it works Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Departure time: 5 PM from Kolad Arrival time: 5 AM at Verna Reporting time: 2 PM at Kolad station for loading and formalities 3AC Coach: Rs 935 per person Second Seating: Rs 190 per person Maximum of 3 passengers per car: 2 in 3AC and 1 in SLR coach Car transport cost: Rs 7,875 (one way) Eco-friendly and stress-free In a first-of-its-kind move, the Konkan Railway Corporation Limited (KRCL) is set to launch India's first car ferry train service just in time for the Ganesh Chaturthi rush. According to a report by Times Now, this new service will allow travellers to transport their private cars by train between Kolad in Maharashtra and Verna in Goa, while they ride along in connected passenger service is expected to be a game-changer for people travelling to Goa, especially during holidays and festivals. At present, the road journey from Mumbai or Pune to Goa often takes 20 to 22 hours due to heavy traffic and winding ghat roads. The new ferry train, however, will cover the distance in just 12 hours, making the trip quicker, safer, and more officials told Daijiworld Media Network that the service will greatly reduce highway congestion, especially during Ganeshotsav, when thousands of families travel to used to carry trucks, this ferry train model will now be used for private cars. Each train will have 20 specially designed wagons, and each wagon can carry two cars, making space for 40 cars in total per the train will only run if at least 16 vehicles are must not stay inside their vehicles during the journey. Instead, they will ride in nearby coaches:Apart from reducing travel time and road stress, the car ferry service also offers a green travel alternative by cutting down fuel usage and carbon emissions. It also opens doors for carpooling and safer family travel during peak festive first-ever car ferry train in India is expected to transform the way people travel to Goa, blending the comfort of rail travel with the convenience of having your personal vehicle at your from agencies
The Hindu
22-07-2025
- General
- The Hindu
Matsyagandha Express to arrive late on July 23, 24
Train No. 12619, Mumbai LTT-Mangaluru Central Matsyagandha Express, will be regulated for 55 minutes and 20 minutes, respectively, between Udupi and Mulki on Wednesday and Thursday to facilitate signal points replacement at Surathkal Railway Station. A release from Konkan Railway Corporation Ltd. stated that it would operate a non-interlocking block for the replacement of points No. 101 and 102 at Surathkal from July 23 to July 26, resulting in the detention of some trains and consequent delays. Matsyagandha's regulation en route could delay its arrival at Mangaluru Central. Train No. 20646, Mangaluru Central-Madgaon Vande Bharat Express, would be regulated for 35 minutes at Thokur on July 23. Also, Train No. 16311, Shri Ganganagar-Thiruvananthapuram North Express, would be regulated on the Udupi-Mulki section for 50 minutes on July 24, the release added. Block at Loliem and Asnoti section In another release, KRCL said it would operate a traffic and power block for PTFE Erection at overhead equipment mast between Loliem and Asnoti section on July 24 between 10.20 a.m. and 1.50 p.m. Consequently, Train No. 56616 Mangaluru Central-Madgaon Passenger of July 24 would be regulated for 90 minutes between Kumta-Karwar section. Train No. 56615, Madgaon-Mangaluru Central Passenger, of July 24 would leave Madgaon at 3.10 p.m. instead of 2.10 p.m. Train No. 09057, Udhna-Mangaluru Junction Special, of July 23 would be regulated for 30 minutes on Madgaon-Canacona section, the release added.
Time of India
21-07-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
Ro-Ro on rail service from Kolad to Verna
Panaji: Konkan Railway Corporation Limited (KRCL), which has offered Roll-on Roll-off (Ro-Ro) services in India since 1999, has now extended this innovative freight solution to private car owners with the launch of a new Ro-Ro service between Kolad, Maharashtra, and Verna in Goa. The new Ro-Ro car service will commence on Aug 23 from Kolad and Aug 24 from Verna and will operate on alternate days in each direction until Sep 11. It will run end-to-end between Kolad and Verna, with departures at 5pm and arrivals at 5am the following day. Customers must report at the starting station by 2pm, three hours prior to departure. The specially designed rake can accommodate 40 cars per trip, with two cars loaded on each of the 20 wagons. The freight charge is Rs 7,875 (inclusive of GST) per car. An initial registration fee of Rs 4,000 is payable at the time of booking, with the balance to be settled on the day of the journey. Additionally, a maximum of three persons per car may travel in the attached 3AC coach or second seating coach by paying the prescribed fare (Rs 935 per passenger for 3AC or Rs 190 per passenger for second seating).
Indian Express
21-07-2025
- Automotive
- Indian Express
Konkan Railway to introduce Ro-Ro car transport facility between Kolad and Verna
Konkan Railway Corporation Limited (KRCL) will introduce a new Roll-on Roll-off (Ro-Ro) facility for private car owners from Kolad in Maharashtra to Verna in Goa from August 23. KRCL, which was the first to introduce Ro-Ro in India in 1999 for carrying loaded trucks, is now providing the same model for motor cars. The Ro-Ro car service will operate on alternative days from both sides till September 11. The service will leave at 5 pm from Verna or Kolad and arrive at the destination at 5 am the following day. However, the customers are expected to report at the originating station by 2 pm. KRCL will use a specially constructed rake capable of carrying 40 cars, with two cars on each of the 20 wagons. KRCL has set the freight charge at Rs 7,875 per car, including GST. The customers will have to make a registration payment of Rs 4,000 during booking and clear the remaining amount on the date of travel. KRCL permits a maximum of three individuals per vehicle to travel in an attached coach. Travellers can opt for 3 AC at Rs 935 or Second Seating at Rs 190. The bookings for these services will be from July 21 and close on August 13. The service can be booked both in offline and online modes. If it gets bookings less than 16 in number, KRCL officials said they will cancel the journey and refund the entire registration amount. 'KRCL has decided to start this Ro-Ro to mitigate road congestion, fuel guzzling and vehicle emissions on the Konkan corridor. By extending this model to automobiles, KRCL seeks to offer a safer and more economic mode of transport for long-distance commuters,' said a KRCL official.
Hans India
17-07-2025
- Business
- Hans India
Konkan Railway bags multiple honours
Mangaluru: Konkan Railway Corporation Limited (KRCL) has been conferred with multiple accolades at the National Awards for Excellence in PSU 2025, recognising its leadership, innovation, and operational excellence. At the awards ceremony held in Mumbai on July 10, Shri Santosh Kumar Jha, Chairman and Managing Director of KRCL, was honoured as CEO of the Year for his visionary leadership in steering the organisation. KRCL also won awards in the following categories: Best PSU in Research & Innovation, Best Performance in Procurement of Goods & Services and Best PSU in Training & Development. Organised to celebrate the achievements of India's public sector undertakings, the annual awards highlight excellence across sectors.
