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MTP/Mettupalayam (3 PFs)
मेट्टुपालयम
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Track: Single Electric-Line

Updated: Jan 19 (09:52)
Mettupalayam, a charming town nestled in the Nilgiris district of Tamil Nadu, is a popular starting point for exploring the scenic beauty of the Western Ghats. The Mettupalayam Railway Station (MTP) with its three platforms provides convenient access to destinations like Coonoor and Ooty. Visitors can enjoy the vibrant local markets, explore the historical Badrakaliamman Temple, and indulge in the delicious South Indian cuisine.

Tourism

The Badrakaliamman Temple is a significant Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Kali.
The Arulmigu Mariamman Temple is a revered temple known for its festivals and rituals.
The Sri Ranganathar Swamy Temple is a prominent Vaishnavite temple.
The Mettupalayam Jain Temple is a peaceful and serene place of worship.
The St. Michael's Church is a historic church with a unique architecture.

Food

The Woodlands Restaurant is renowned for its authentic South Indian vegetarian dishes.
The Annapoorna Restaurant offers a wide variety of vegetarian options.
The Sangeetha Restaurant is famous for its flavorful dosa and idli.
The Saravana Bhavan is a popular chain serving traditional vegetarian meals.
The Hotel Park Inn serves delicious vegetarian snacks and meals.

Station Address

Badrakaliamman Temple Rd, Mettupalayam ph.no.04254-22285
State: Tamil Nadu
Elevation: 325 m above sea level
Type: Terminus   Category: NSG-4
Zone: SR/Southern   Division: Salem
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May 21 (20:40)   Pollachi Train Passengers Association Requests Extension and Faster Travel Times

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read full article... Rail users want Pollachi - Coimbatore train service extended upto Mettupalayam

The Pollachi Train Passengers Welfare Association has requested the Southern Railway to extend the Pollachi - Coimbatore Unreserved Express train to Mettupalayam. They argue that extending the train would benefit residents of Pollachi, Anamalai, and Valparai who travel to Coimbatore and Mettupalayam for work and education. Currently, passengers must disembark in...
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Coimbatore and take another train or travel by road to reach Mettupalayam. The association also requested a reduction in travel time for the Pollachi - Coimbatore Unreserved Express trains, citing the shorter travel time of the Coimbatore - Madurai Unreserved Daily Express. They believe that increasing train speed would attract more passengers.

Pollachi Train Passengers Welfare Association ne Southern Railway se request kiya hai ki Pollachi - Coimbatore Unreserved Express train ko Mettupalayam tak extend kiya jaaye. Unka kehna hai ki is train ko extend karne se Pollachi, Anamalai aur Valparai ke rehne walon ko faida hoga jo kaam aur padhai ke liye...
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Coimbatore aur Mettupalayam jaate hain. Abhi passengers ko Coimbatore mein utarna padta hai aur fir dusri train ya road se Mettupalayam jaana padta hai. Association ne Pollachi - Coimbatore Unreserved Express trains ke travel time ko bhi kam karne ka request kiya hai, aur unhone Coimbatore - Madurai Unreserved Daily Express ke kam travel time ka example diya hai. Unka maanana hai ki train ki speed badhaane se zyada passengers aayenge.
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Heavy Rains forecast over The Nilgiris.
NMR Services between Mettupalayam - Udagamandalam will remain suspended for 2 days, in view of safety

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May 19 (04:46)   Nilgiri Mountain Railway Suspended Due to Mudslide, Tourists Disappointed

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read full article... Rains trigger mud slip on railway track, NMR services suspended

Due to heavy rain and a mudslide near Hill Grove railway station, the Nilgiri Mountain Railway (NMR) train service between Mettupalayam and Ooty was suspended on Saturday. The mudslide caused boulders to fall on the track and covered it with mud. Tourists who were planning to travel by train...
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were disappointed and had to take buses or other vehicles instead. The NMR train service was suspended before it even started its journey from Mettupalayam station at 7:10 am. The district administration issued an orange alert for the Nilgiris and advised tourists to avoid visiting Ooty for three days due to the heavy rains. Repairs are underway to restore train services.

Heavy rain aur Hill Grove railway station ke paas mudslide ki wajah se, Mettupalayam aur Ooty ke beech Nilgiri Mountain Railway (NMR) train service Saturday ko band kar di gayi. Mudslide se boulders track par gir gaye aur track par mitti jama ho gayi. Train se travel karne wale...
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tourists ko nirasha hui aur unhe bus ya dusre vehicles se jana pada. NMR train service Mettupalayam station se subah 7:10 baje chalne se pehle hi band kar di gayi thi. District administration ne Nilgiris ke liye orange alert jaari kiya aur heavy rains ki wajah se tourists ko Ooty aane se rokne ki appeal ki. Train services ko restore karne ke liye repair ka kaam chal raha hai.
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May 19 (03:49)   Ooty Train Service Suspended Due to Landslide, Heavy Rain Alert Across Tamil Nadu

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read full article... Ooty train service suspended as rocks fall on track: Details

The Nilgiri Mountain Railway in Ooty has been temporarily suspended due to a landslide near Kallar station. The service will resume once the debris is cleared. Heavy rains and flash floods have led to an orange alert being issued for the Nilgiris district, with very heavy rainfall expected on May 18,...
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19, and 20. Disaster response personnel and equipment are on standby, and temporary shelters have been set up. In Tenkasi, a 17-year-old boy died after being washed away by flash floods at Old Courtallam waterfalls. The Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) in Chennai has issued a warning for enhanced rainfall activity in Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Karaikal, with heavy to very heavy rainfall expected in several districts over the next five days.

Ooty ka Nilgiri Mountain Railway pe train service rok diya gaya hai, Kallar station ke paas ek landslide ki wajah se. Service tabhi shuru hogi jab debris saaf ho jaaye. Nilgiris district mein heavy rains aur flash floods ki wajah se orange alert diya gaya hai, 18, 19, aur 20 May...
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ko bahut heavy rain expected hai. Disaster response personnel aur equipment ready hain, aur temporary shelters bhi banaye gaye hain. Tenkasi mein, 17 saal ka ek ladka Old Courtallam waterfalls pe flash floods mein bah gaya aur uski maut ho gayi. Chennai ka Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) ne Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, aur Karaikal mein heavy rainfall ki warning di hai, agle 5 dinon mein kai districts mein heavy to very heavy rainfall hone ki sambhavna hai.
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