The reply from PGT division is "We wish to inform you that in order to run all Express/Passenger trains with AC local on Shoranur Junction-Kannur section on a regular basis, the existing loco link and crew ling have to be revised suitably, which is under process at Southern Railway Headquarters, s soon as the revised locl/crew link is issued with the approval of Competent Authority, electric traction will be implemented on Shoranur Junction-Kannur section on regular basis."