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VLK/Villivakkam (4 PFs)
विल्लिवाक्कम
வில்லிவாக்கம்

Track: Quadruple Electric-Line

Updated: Dec 08 2022 (09:12)
Villivakkam Railway Station (VLK) is located in the northern part of Chennai, Tamil Nadu. It's a suburban railway station with four platforms, serving the Chennai Suburban Railway Network. The station offers basic amenities like ticket counters, waiting rooms, and restrooms. It is known for its proximity to the famous Villivakkam Market, which is a vibrant hub for shopping and local delicacies.
The station is well-connected to other parts of Chennai by local buses and auto-rickshaws. The surrounding area is known for its bustling residential neighborhoods and a variety of eateries.
For travelers visiting Chennai, Villivakkam Railway Station provides a convenient access point to explore the city's cultural attractions, temples, and shopping centers.

Tourism

Villivakkam Karaneeswarar Temple: A historic Shiva temple dedicated to Lord Shiva.
Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple: A renowned temple dedicated to Lord Venkateswara.
Arulmigu Kasi Viswanathar Temple: A temple dedicated to Lord Shiva with a unique history.
Sri Kamakshi Amman Temple: A popular temple dedicated to Goddess Kamakshi Amman.
Arulmigu Sundara Mahadeva Temple: A temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, known for its peaceful atmosphere.

Food

Saravana Bhavan: Famous for its South Indian vegetarian thalis and snacks.
Sangeetha: A popular chain serving a variety of vegetarian dishes and sweets.
A2B (Adyar Ananda Bhavan): Known for its traditional South Indian vegetarian breakfast and lunch.
Ratna Cafe: A local favorite offering delicious vegetarian street food and snacks.
Anjappar: A popular South Indian restaurant serving a wide range of vegetarian options.

Station Address

Villivakkam Railway Station, Villivakkam, Chennai,Pin Code - 600049
State: Tamil Nadu
Elevation: 10 m above sea level
Type: Regular   Category: SG-3
Zone: SR/Southern   Division: MGR Chennai
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Rating: 4.3/5 (19 votes)
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Aug 05 (18:43) Vande Metro Trial Run in Chennai: New Train Designed for Short-Distance Inter-City Travel (www.thehindu.com)
New/Special Trains
SR/Southern
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News Entry# 563671   
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Aug 05 2024 (18:43)
Station Tag: Katpadi Junction/KPD added by Sameer2905^~/1864147

Aug 05 2024 (18:43)
Station Tag: Chennai Beach/MSB added by Sameer2905^~/1864147

Aug 05 2024 (18:43)
Station Tag: Integral Coach Factory/XX-ICF added by Sameer2905^~/1864147

Aug 05 2024 (18:43)
Station Tag: Villivakkam/VLK added by Sameer2905^~/1864147
read full article... Trial run of Vande Metro from Chennai Beach to Katpadi Junction railway stations held

On Saturday, Southern Railway conducted a trial run of a new Vande Metro rake in Chennai. The 12-coach train, manufactured by Integral Coach Factory (ICF), is a variant of Vande Bharat. It can operate at 110 kmph and is designed for short-distance inter-city travel. The Chief Commissioner of Railway Safety (CCRS)...
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inspected the train and held a meeting with ICF's General Manager to discuss its features. A speed trial was also conducted between Villivakkam and Walajah Road. The Vande Metro departed from Chennai Beach station at 9 a.m. and reached Katpadi Junction at 11.55 a.m. It returned to Chennai Beach at 2 p.m. after a brief stop at Katpadi.

Saturday ko, Southern Railway ne Chennai mein ek new Vande Metro rake ka trial run kiya. ICF (Integral Coach Factory) dwara banaya gaya yeh 12-coach train, Vande Bharat ka variant hai. Yeh 110 kmph ki speed pe chal sakta hai aur short-distance inter-city travel ke liye design kiya gaya hai. Chief...
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Commissioner of Railway Safety (CCRS) ne train ka inspection kiya aur ICF ke General Manager se uske features ke baare mein baat ki. Villivakkam aur Walajah Road ke beech ek speed trial bhi kiya gaya. Vande Metro subah 9 baje Chennai Beach station se chala aur 11.55 baje Katpadi Junction pahuncha. Katpadi mein thodi der rukne ke baad, yeh train 12.05 baje Katpadi se chala aur 2 baje Chennai Beach station pe vapas aaya.
Aug 05 (18:41) Vande Metro Train Undergoes Successful Trial Run in Chennai (www.dtnext.in)
New/Special Trains
SR/Southern
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News Entry# 563670   
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Aug 05 2024 (18:41)
Station Tag: Integral Coach Factory/XX-ICF added by Sameer2905^~/1864147

Aug 05 2024 (18:41)
Station Tag: Villivakkam/VLK added by Sameer2905^~/1864147
read full article... ICF's Vande Metro one step closer to operation after trial run in Chennai

The Principal Chief Commissioner of Rail Safety (PCRS) conducted a trial run of the 12-car Vande Metro train, manufactured by Integral Coach Factory (ICF), on Saturday. The trial run started at Villivakkam and ended at Wallajah Road, covering a shorter distance than originally planned. The train ran at 110 kmph, and...
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the PCRS was reportedly satisfied with its performance. The prototype was previously tested in Madhya Pradesh. Once certified by the PCRS, the Vande Metro train, with a capacity of over 3,200 passengers, is likely to be assigned to the Western Railway.

Principal Chief Commissioner of Rail Safety (PCRS) ne Saturday ko ICF (Integral Coach Factory) dwara banaye gaye 12-car Vande Metro train ka trial run kiya. Trial run Villivakkam se shuru hua aur Wallajah Road pe khatam hua, jo ki planned distance se kam tha. Train 110 kmph ki speed pe chali...
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aur PCRS train ke performance se khush nazar aaye. Prototype ko pehle Madhya Pradesh mein test kiya gaya tha. PCRS se certification ke baad, Vande Metro train, jiska capacity 3,200 se zyada passengers ka hai, Western Railway ko diya ja sakta hai.
Aug 03 (17:41) Vande Metro Trial Run Completed in Chennai: Passenger Service Expected by August/September (www.dtnext.in)
New Facilities/Technology
SR/Southern
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News Entry# 563375   
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Aug 03 2024 (17:41)
Station Tag: Katpadi Junction/KPD added by Sameer2905^~/1864147

Aug 03 2024 (17:41)
Station Tag: Chennai Beach/MSB added by Sameer2905^~/1864147

Aug 03 2024 (17:41)
Station Tag: Villivakkam/VLK added by Sameer2905^~/1864147
read full article... Railway takes Vande Metro on trial run from Villivakkam to Katpadi

The Vande Metro, a short-distance intercity variant of the Vande Bharat Express, has undergone trial runs between Villivakkam and Katpadi in Chennai. The train, a hybrid of MEMU and Vande Bharat Express, boasts features like air-conditioning, toilets, comfortable seating, automatic doors, and an advanced announcement system. It can travel...
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at 130 km per hour and is expected to begin passenger service by the end of August or September. Railway officials are currently finalizing the routes.

Vande Bharat Express ka short-distance, intercity variant, Vande Metro, ka trial run Chennai mein Villivakkam aur Katpadi ke beech hua hai. Yeh train, MEMU aur Vande Bharat Express ka hybrid hai, aur isme air-conditioning, toilets, comfortable seats, automatic doors, aur advance announcement system jaise features hain. Yeh 130 km...
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per hour ki speed se travel kar sakta hai aur iske August ya September ke end tak passengers ko service dena shuru hone ki ummeed hai. Railway officials abhi routes finalize kar rahe hain.
Aug 03 (10:34) Vande Metro Trial Run Scheduled for August 3rd: Details of Journey and Features (www.msn.com)
IR Affairs
SR/Southern
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News Entry# 563363   
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Aug 03 2024 (10:35)
Station Tag: Villivakkam/VLK added by Sravan/914085

Aug 03 2024 (10:35)
Station Tag: Katpadi Junction/KPD added by Sravan/914085

Aug 03 2024 (10:35)
Station Tag: Chennai Beach/MSB added by Sravan/914085
Posted by: Sravan 63 news posts
read full article... Vande Bharat Metro Trial Run Between Chennai And Katpadi on August 3

The Vande Metro, a new type of train designed for short distances and allowing standing passengers, will begin its trial run on August 3rd. The trial will take place between Chennai Beach and Katpadi Junction, with the Chief Commissioner of Railway Safety on board. The Vande Metro is fully air-conditioned and...
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designed to travel at 130 km/h. It features automatic doors, improved toilets, and infotainment systems. The trial run will start at 9:30 AM from Chennai Beach, reaching Villivakkam at 10:10 AM for officials to board. The journey will then continue to Katpadi, arriving at 11:55 AM. The return trip will depart Katpadi at 12:15 PM, arriving back at Chennai Beach at 2:00 PM.

Vande Metro, ek naya train jo short distance ke liye banaya gaya hai aur khade hone ki jagah bhi deta hai, 3 August ko apna trial run shuru karega. Trial Chennai Beach aur Katpadi Junction ke beech hoga, aur Chief Commissioner of Railway Safety bhi isme saath honge. Vande Metro fully...
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air-conditioned hai aur 130 km/h ki speed pe chalne ke liye banaya gaya hai. Isme automatic doors, better toilers, aur infotainment systems bhi hain. Trial run Chennai Beach se 9:30 AM pe shuru hoga, aur Villivakkam pe 10:10 AM pe pahuchega, jahan officers board karenge. Phir Katpadi ke liye journey shuru hoga, aur train 11:55 AM pe pahuchegi. Return trip Katpadi se 12:15 PM pe shuru hoga, aur Chennai Beach pe 2:00 PM pe pahuchegi.
Jun 07 2021 (10:28) Work on Chennai Metro phase II project may start soon (www.thehindu.com)
Metro
CMRL/Chennai Metro
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Jun 07 2021 (10:28)
Station Tag: Villivakkam/VLK added by ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ Telangana Express Oops AP Express ⭐ ⭐ ⭐/1366147

Jun 07 2021 (10:28)
Station Tag: MGR Chennai Central/MAS added by ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ Telangana Express Oops AP Express ⭐ ⭐ ⭐/1366147
The foundation stone being laid for the Metro phase II at Villivakkam. 
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read full article... Work on Chennai Metro phase II project may start soon
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