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MAO/Madgaon Junction (6 PFs)
Local Name: Margao
मडगाँव जंक्शन
मडगांव जंक्शन

Track: Double Electric-Line

Updated: Nov 14 2023 (18:05)
Madgaon Junction (MAO) is a major railway station in the city of Margao, Goa. It is a bustling hub connecting Goa to various parts of India, with 6 platforms and a range of amenities like waiting rooms, food stalls, and ATMs. The station is also a great starting point for exploring the beautiful beaches and historical sites of Goa.

Tourism

Shri Shantadurga Temple: A renowned temple dedicated to the goddess Shantadurga, a popular pilgrimage site.
Shri Mangueshi Temple: An ancient temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, known for its intricate carvings and religious significance.
Shri Ramnathi Temple: A temple dedicated to Lord Rama, situated on an island and offering breathtaking views.
Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception Church: A beautiful church built in the 16th century, a landmark of Panjim.
Se Cathedral: A historic cathedral with a rich history and stunning architecture.

Food

Hotel Mandovi: A popular vegetarian restaurant serving traditional Goan and North Indian dishes.
Hotel Fidalgo: A family-friendly restaurant serving a wide variety of vegetarian snacks and meals.
Cafe Goa: A cozy cafe serving delicious vegetarian sandwiches, pastries, and coffee.
The Spice Route: A fine dining restaurant offering a selection of vegetarian curries and thalis.
Shree Krishna: A vegetarian restaurant serving authentic South Indian dishes like dosa, idli, and vada.

Station Address

Jn. Points LD/MJO/MAJN, Off Margao - Quepem Rd, Margao. Pin: 403601.Tel: 0832-2712790.
State: Goa
Elevation: 9 m above sea level
Type: Junction   Category: NSG-2
Zone: KR/Konkan   Division: Karwar
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Number of Platforms: 6
Number of Halting Trains: 90
Number of Originating Trains: 18
Number of Terminating Trains: 18
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Jun 22 (06:19) Konkan Railway Plans Track Doubling for Increased Capacity, Awaits Railway Board Approval
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Konkan Railway awaiting Railway Board nod for track doubling over 350 km, says official

The Konkan Railway (KR) is planning to double tracks on certain sections of its 741-km route, which traverses challenging terrain. They are waiting for approval from the Railway Board for this project, which will allow them to run more trains. The proposed track doubling will cover 350 km between Kankavali-Sawantwadi and...
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Madgaon-Thokur stations. While full doubling is not feasible, they are hopeful of receiving approval for patch doubling. Doubling tracks on flat stretches costs Rs 15-20 crore, while in hilly terrain, the cost escalates to Rs 80-100 crore. The KR operates 52 passenger trains and 18 goods trains daily, with a double line already existing for 50 km between Roha and Veer stations. In FY 2022-23, KR's turnover exceeded Rs 5,000 crore for the first time, and they earned a net profit of Rs 279 crore. KR plans to enhance passenger amenities, carry more freight, and launch new projects. To handle the surge in passenger traffic during Ganpati festival, they aim to increase the number of special trains.

Konkan Railway (KR) apna 741-km route pe kuchh sections pe track doubling karne ka plan bana raha hai, yeh route bahut difficult terrain se hoke jaata hai. Is project ke liye unko Railway Board se approval ka wait hai, isse woh zyada trains chalane ke layak ho jayenge. Proposed...
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track doubling 350 km long hai, Kankavali-Sawantwadi aur Madgaon-Thokur stations ke beech mein. Full doubling abhi possible nahi hai, lekin unko patch doubling ke liye approval ki ummeed hai. Flat stretches pe track doubling ka cost Rs 15-20 crore hai, lekin hilly terrain mein yeh Rs 80-100 crore tak jaata hai. KR har din 52 passenger trains aur 18 goods trains chalata hai, Roha aur Veer stations ke beech mein 50 km ka double line pehle se hi hai. FY 2022-23 mein, KR ka turnover Rs 5,000 crore se zyada hua, jo pehli baar hua, aur unhone Rs 279 crore ka net profit kamaya. KR ka plan hai ki woh passenger amenities improve kare, zyada freight carry kare, aur new projects launch kare. Ganpati festival ke duran passenger traffic mein badhotari ko handle karne ke liye, woh special trains ki number badhane ki planning kar rahe hain.
Jun 12 (12:31) SWR to Replace ICF Coaches of Yeshwantpur Vasco Express with LHB Coaches
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Yeshwantpur Vasco train via Hubballi LHBfied

South Western Railway (SWR) has announced that the Yeshwantpur Vasco Yeshwantpur Express (Train No. 17309/17310), which currently uses ICF coaches, will be upgraded to LHB coaches. This change will affect the route via Hubballi.

South Western Railway (SWR) ne Train number 17309/17310 Yeshwantpur Vasco Yeshwantpur Express ko Hubballi se hota hua LHB coaches se replace karne ka faisla kiya hai. Abhi is train mein ICF coaches hain.
Jun 11 (13:22) Train Timings Revised During Monsoon Period
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Jun 11 2024 (13:23)
Station Tag: Madgaon Junction/MAO added by DrAbhijay2407/349977

Jun 11 2024 (13:23)
Station Tag: Mangaluru Central (Mangalore)/MAQ added by DrAbhijay2407/349977

Jun 11 2024 (13:23)
Station Tag: Karwar/KAWR added by DrAbhijay2407/349977
Revision in timings during Monsoon - 2024

Effective from June 10, 2024, the timings of two trains, 12618 H. Nizamuddin - Ernakulam Mangala Express and 06601 Madgaon Jn. - Mangaluru Central Special, will be revised during the monsoon period. Train 12618 will depart from H. Nizamuddin at 05:35 instead of 05:40. Train 06601 will have revised timings at...
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various stations between Madgaon Jn. and Mangaluru Central, starting from Balli. The timings between Bijoor and Mangaluru Central remain unchanged. Train 06602 Mangaluru Central - Madgaon Jn. Special has a revised timing at Kumta. Train 12620 Mangaluru Central - Lokmanya Tilak (T) Matsyagandha Express will have a revised departure time from Madgaon Jn. Train 16515 Yesvantpur - Karwar Express will have a revised arrival time at Karwar. For detailed information, passengers are advised to visit www.enquiry.indianrail.gov.in or download the NTES app.

10 June 2024 se, monsoon period ke during mein, do trains ke timings badal jaayenge. 12618 H. Nizamuddin - Ernakulam Mangala Express ab H. Nizamuddin se 05:35 pe chalega, pehle 05:40 tha. 06601 Madgaon Jn. - Mangaluru Central Special, Madgaon Jn. se Mangaluru Central tak, Balli se lekar, alag alag stations...
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pe timings change honge. Bijoor aur Mangaluru Central ke beech timings same rahenge. 06602 Mangaluru Central - Madgaon Jn. Special ka Kumta pe timing badal gaya hai. 12620 Mangaluru Central - Lokmanya Tilak (T) Matsyagandha Express, Madgaon Jn. se chalta time badal gaya hai. 16515 Yesvantpur - Karwar Express, Karwar pe pahunchne ka time badal gaya hai. Zyada information ke liye, www.enquiry.indianrail.gov.in pe jaa sakte ho ya NTES app download kar sakte ho.
Jun 11 (13:17) South Western Railway to Replace Train Coaches with LHB Stock
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Jun 11 2024 (13:19)
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Replacement of conventional rakes of Train no. 17309 / 17310 Vasco Da Gama - Yesvantpur - Vasco Da Gama Express with LHB rake

South Western Railway has decided to replace the conventional coaches of train no. 17309/17310 Vasco Da Gama - Yesvantpur - Vasco Da Gama Express (Daily) with LHB coaches. The change will take effect on June 21, 2024, for train no. 17309 departing from Vasco Da Gama and June 22, 2024, for...
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train no. 17310 departing from Yesvantpur. The new LHB rake will have a total of 20 coaches, including 1 2-Tier AC coach, 3 3-Tier AC coaches, 10 Sleeper coaches, 4 General coaches, 1 SLR coach and 1 Generator car. The previous rake had 21 IRS coaches with 1 2-Tier AC, 2 3-Tier AC, 11 Sleeper, 5 General, and 2 SLR coaches. Passengers are advised to take note of this change.

South Western Railway ne train no. 17309/17310 Vasco Da Gama - Yesvantpur - Vasco Da Gama Express (Daily) ke conventional rake ko LHB stock se replace karne ka decision liya hai. Yeh change 21 June 2024 ko train no. 17309 ke liye Vasco Da Gama se aur 22 June 2024 ko...
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train no. 17310 ke liye Yesvantpur se effective hoga. New LHB rake mein 20 coaches honge, jisme 1 2-Tier AC coach, 3 3-Tier AC coaches, 10 Sleeper coaches, 4 General coaches, 1 SLR coach aur 1 Generator car hoga. Pehle ke rake mein 21 IRS coaches the jisme 1 2-Tier AC, 2 3-Tier AC, 11 Sleeper, 5 General, aur 2 SLR coaches the. Passengers se request hai ki is change ka dhyan rakhen.
Jun 11 (12:07) Double Track Opened for Passenger Traffic Between Majorda and Cansaulim
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Railways opens Majorda-Cansaulim double track as case against activists changes track to special court

On Monday, June 11, 2024, the Commissioner of Railway Safety inspected the newly laid double track between Majorda and Cansaulim, giving it the green light for passenger traffic. This comes on the same day that activists involved in the Chandor midnight agitation case were in court, facing charges related to their...
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protests against the track doubling project. The activists maintained their opposition to the project, viewing the charges as a tactic to demoralize them. Meanwhile, the railway officials were preparing for the inspection and were delighted to announce the opening of the Majorda-Cansaulim stretch for passenger traffic. The new double track is expected to significantly improve rail traffic efficiency, especially for trains departing from Vasco on the South Western Railway line.

Monday, 11 June 2024 ko, Commissioner of Railway Safety ne Majorda aur Cansaulim ke beech me banaye gaye naye double track ka inspection kiya aur usko passenger traffic ke liye green signal de diya. Issi din, Chandor midnight agitation case me involved activists court me present the, unke upar track doubling...
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project ke khilaf protest karne ke charges lagaye gaye the. Activists ne project ke khilaf apna virodh jaari rakha aur charges ko unko demoralise karne ka taktik bataya. Iske saath hi, railway officials inspection ke liye tayyar the aur Majorda-Cansaulim stretch ko passenger traffic ke liye khulne ki khushiyan manate hue. New double track se rail traffic ki efficiency badhne ki ummid hai, khass karke Vasco se South Western Railway line par chalne wali trains ke liye.
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