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SWR Upgrades 6 Express Trains to LHB Rakes from October 2026

In a major boost to passenger comfort and safety, the South Western Railway has decided to replace conventional rakes with modern, state-of-the-art Linke Hofmann Busch (LHB) rakes for six key express trains. These upgrades will come into effect starting from October 20, 2026, providing travelers with a smoother and safer journey experience.

Special Train Route and Schedule Details

Below is the detailed list of trains transitioning to modern LHB rakes along with their specific route-wise effective dates:

Train No. & NameFromToEffective DatesRake Status
16227/16228 Mysuru–Talguppa–Mysuru Express MysuruTalguppaw.e.f. 20.10.2026 (Mysuru) / 21.10.2026 (Talguppa)LHB Rake Upgraded
56217/56218 Talguppa–Shivamogga Town–Talguppa Express TalguppaShivamogga Townw.e.f. 21.10.2026 (Both directions)LHB Rake Upgraded
56205/56206 Nanjangud Town–Mysuru–Nanjangud Town Express Nanjangud TownMysuruw.e.f. 22.10.2026 (Both directions)LHB Rake Upgraded
56203/56204 Chamarajanagar–Mysuru–Chamarajanagar Express MysuruChamarajanagarw.e.f. 22.10.2026 (Mysuru) / 24.10.2026 (Chamarajanagar)LHB Rake Upgraded
16219/16220 Chamarajanagar–Tirupati–Chamarajanagar Express ChamarajanagarTirupatiw.e.f. 22.10.2026 (Chamarajanagar) / 23.10.2026 (Tirupati)LHB Rake Upgraded
16203/16204 Dr. MGR Chennai Central–Tirupati–Dr. MGR Chennai Central Express TirupatiDr. MGR Chennai Centralw.e.f. 23.10.2026 (Both directions)LHB Rake Upgraded

Route Halts, Timings, or Alternate Arrangements

  • Revised Coach Composition: The upgraded trains will now run with a revised LHB composition of 19 coaches instead of the old 21 conventional coaches.
  • Detailed Coach Breakup: The new composition includes 01 AC First Class coach, 01 AC 2-Tier coach, 03 AC 3-Tier coaches, 07 Sleeper Class coaches, 05 General Second Class coaches, 01 Second Class-cum-Luggage and Brake Van (with a Divyangjan-friendly compartment), and 01 Luggage and Brake Van-cum-Generator Car.
  • Locked AC Coaches Note: The AC coaches of Train Nos. 56217/56218, 56205/56206, and 56203/56204 may be operated in a locked condition during transit.
  • Safety and Comfort Upgrades: Modern LHB rakes are equipped with anti-climbing features, superior shock absorbers, and lower noise levels to ensure safer and more comfortable travel.
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