Thiruvananthapuram

Union Minister of State for Petroleum and Natural Gas Suresh Gopi on Friday said the Railway Ministry has approved a long-pending demand for a new MEMU train service between Palakkad in Kerala and Pollachi in Tamil Nadu.

Thanking Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, Gopi said the service would significantly improve connectivity and convenience for commuters travelling between the neighbouring towns.

“Heartfelt thanks to Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw for approving the new MEMU train service between Palakkad and Pollachi. This will greatly enhance public convenience and boost connectivity in the region,” Gopi said in a post on X.

The Union minister also expressed gratitude for the prompt decision on a demand that had been raised for a long time.

In a letter to Gopi, Vaishnaw confirmed that the Railway Ministry had approved the introduction of the new Mainline Electric Multiple Unit (MEMU) train service between the two towns.

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MEMU trains are widely used for short- to medium-distance travel, particularly for intracity and intercity commuting. These electric trains typically serve suburban and rural stations, offering frequent and convenient transport for daily passengers.