Overview

• The Thiruvananthapuram–Kannur Jan Shatabdi Express adds a halt at Changanassery for both 12082 and 12081 services effective October 10, 2025.
• The government announced that all level crossings will be replaced by overbridges or underbridges as part of the modernisation drive.
• Thirty-five Kerala stations are designated under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme with a ₹2,500 crore allocation for upgrades.
• Officials said more Vande Bharat and other high-speed, technologically advanced trains will be introduced across India.
• Plans were outlined to connect Changanassery to the proposed Sabari corridor and the Punalur line in future phases.