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Entry# 1551997-0

BRAM/Balaramapuram (1 PFs)
बालरामपुरम
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Track: Construction - Electric-Line Doubling

Updated: Sep 07 (14:55)
Balaramapuram railway station (BRAM) is a small station on the Thiruvananthapuram - Kanyakumari line in Kerala, India. It is located near the picturesque Balaramapuram village, known for its ancient temple and serene surroundings. The station offers basic amenities like a waiting room and a ticket counter, serving as a convenient access point for travelers exploring the scenic Kerala countryside.

Tourism

The Balaramapuram Mahadeva Temple: A historical temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, known for its ancient architecture.
The Sri Adikesava Perumal Temple: A beautiful temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu, renowned for its intricate carvings.
The Neyyatinkara Bhagavathy Temple: A renowned temple dedicated to the Goddess Bhagavathy, attracting devotees from far and wide.
The Thiruvananthapuram Padmanabhaswamy Temple: A majestic temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu, considered one of the richest temples in the world.
The Kanniyakumari Vivekananda Rock Memorial: A famous landmark and pilgrimage site dedicated to Swami Vivekananda, offering breathtaking views of the Indian Ocean.

Food

The Balaramapuram Dosa Centre: Famous for its crispy dosas and flavorful sambhar.
The Vegetarian Paradise: Offers a wide variety of vegetarian dishes, including curries, stews, and snacks.
The Kerala Kitchen: Serves traditional Kerala vegetarian dishes, perfect for a taste of local cuisine.
The South Indian Tiffin Center: Specializes in South Indian vegetarian snacks and breakfast items.
The Green Leaf Cafe: A cozy cafe offering fresh salads, sandwiches, and vegetarian pizzas.

Station Address

NH 47, Balaramapuram
State: Kerala
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Type: Regular   Category: HG-2
Zone: SR/Southern   Division: Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum)
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Jun 30 (12:47) Kerala Seeks Rail Line Extension to Thiruvananthapuram, Connecting Vizhinjam Port & Sabarimala Airport
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News Entry# 558278   
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Jun 30 2024 (12:47)
Station Tag: Balaramapuram/BRAM added by DrAbhijay2407/349977

Jun 30 2024 (12:47)
Station Tag: Erumeli/ERMLI added by DrAbhijay2407/349977
Stations:  Balaramapuram/BRAM   Erumeli/ERMLI  
State requests Railways to extend Sabari rail to Vizhinjam from Erumely

The Kerala government has requested the Railway Board to extend the proposed Angamaly-Erumely Sabari rail line to Thiruvananthapuram. This extension, costing an additional ₹1,000 crore, would link the proposed Sabarimala international airport and Vizhinjam international seaport, creating a vital transport corridor. The project was initially deemed uneconomical due to a...
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low projected rate of return in 2013. However, Kerala's increased traffic and the upcoming Vizhinjam port necessitate a new rail line. The proposed alignment, which would run parallel to MC Road, would cover 160 km, connecting Nedumangad to the rail network, as per Railway's new norms for towns with a population exceeding 50,000. The government urges the Centre to include this project in the Rail Sagar Scheme, citing the existing rail line's inability to handle the rising demand. The extension would also link the Sabarimala airport, making it the third rail corridor for Kerala and reducing dependence on roads.

Kerala government ne Railway Board se request kiya hai ki Angamaly-Erumely Sabari rail line ko Thiruvananthapuram tak extend karein. Yeh extension, jo ki ₹1,000 crore extra kharch karega, proposed Sabarimala international airport aur Vizhinjam international seaport ko connect karega, ek important transport corridor banakar. Project pehle 2013 mein low rate...
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of return ke wajah se un-economical mana gaya tha. Lekin, Kerala mein badhte traffic aur aane wala Vizhinjam port, ek new rail line ki jarurat hai. Proposed alignment, jo ki MC Road ke parallel chalega, 160 km cover karega, Nedumangad ko rail network se connect karega, Railway ke new norms ke according, jisme 50,000 se zyada population wale towns ko rail network se connect karna hai. Government Centre se request kar raha hai ki yeh project ko Rail Sagar Scheme mein include karein, existing rail line ki increasing demand handle karne ki inability ka reason dete hue. Extension, Sabarimala airport ko bhi connect karega, yeh Kerala ka third rail corridor ban jayega aur roads aur existing over-saturated rail line pe dependancy kam ho jayegi.
May 27 (19:54) Vizhinjam Tunnel Railway Line Gets Environmental Clearance Recommendation
IR Affairs
SR/Southern
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News Entry# 553764   
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May 27 2024 (19:54)
Station Tag: Balaramapuram/BRAM added by DrAbhijay2407/349977
Stations:  Balaramapuram/BRAM  
Vizhinjam rail connectivity gets environment panel nod

The Union Ministry of Environment and Forests' expert appraisal committee (EAC) has recommended approval for the amended environmental clearance (EC) for the Vizhinjam tunnel railway line. This line will connect the port to Balaramapuram railway station. The Centre is expected to issue an order based on this recommendation soon.

Union Ministry of Environment and Forests ka expert appraisal committee (EAC) ne Vizhinjam tunnel railway line ke liye amended environment clearance (EC) ko approve karne ki recommendation di hai. Ye line port ko Balaramapuram railway station se connect karegi. Centre is recommendation pe jaldi hi order jaari karne wala hai.
May 17 (22:08) Underground Railway Line Connecting Vizhinjam Port to Balaramapuram Approved
IR Affairs
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News Entry# 552624   
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May 17 2024 (22:08)
Station Tag: Balaramapuram/BRAM added by DrAbhijay2407/349977
Stations:  Balaramapuram/BRAM  
DPR for Balaramapuram station-Vizhinjam port underground railway line approved

An underground railway line connecting Vizhinjam port to Balaramapuram railway station in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, has been approved. The 10.76 km line, costing Rs 1400 crore, is being constructed by Konkan Rail Corporation. The project includes upgrading Balaramapuram station to a signal station and building a container yard. To facilitate smooth traffic...
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flow, the median will be cut where the port road meets the national highway. A cloverleaf intersection will be built at Vizhinjam when the national highway to Kanyakumari is completed, and the port road will be widened. Initially, cargo will be transported using the national highway's service road.

Thiruvananthapuram mein, Vizhinjam port se Balaramapuram railway station tak underground railway line ka Detailed Project Report (DPR) approve ho gaya hai. 10.76 km lambi yeh line, jiska cost Rs 1400 crore hai, Konkan Rail Corporation banayega. Is project mein Balaramapuram station ko signal station mein upgrade karna aur container...
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yard banana bhi shamil hai. Traffic smoothly chalne ke liye, port road ka national highway se milne wala median cut kiya jaayega. Vizhinjam mein cloverleaf intersection tab banaya jaayega jab Kanyakumari tak ka national highway ready ho jaayega, aur port road ko widen kiya jaayega. Pehle phase mein, cargo ko national highway ki service road se transport kiya jaayega.
Feb 14 2019 (12:35) Additional Stoppage to various trains for Pongala Festival
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News Entry# 376534   
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Feb 14 2019 (12:39)
Station Tag: Nemom/NEM added by SAP Basis Consultant®^~/1757335

Feb 14 2019 (12:39)
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Station Tag: Varkala Sivagiri/VAK added by SAP Basis Consultant®^~/1757335

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In view of Pongala Festival at Attukal Bhagavathi Temple o­n 20th February, 2019, three trains are provided with additional stoppages for o­ne day as detailed below:-...
Additional Stoppage to various trains for Pongala Festival
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