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Induction of LHB Coaches in Express Trains


322/2026-27 19-08-2026
Chennai
Induction of LHB Coaches in Express Trains

 

 

 

To enhance safety and ensure a comfortable journey for passengers, the existing Conventional rake of the following trains will be converted into LHB (Linke-Hofmann-Busch) Coaches as detailed below.

 

1. Train No. 22661/22662 Chennai Egmore – Rameswaram – Chennai Egmore Sethu Superfast Express will run with LHB Coaches Ex. Chennai Egmore with effect from 22nd October, 2026 and Ex. Rameswaram with effect from 19th October, 2026

 

2. Train No. 20605/20606 Chennai Egmore – Tiruchendur – Chennai Egmore Chendur Superfast Express will run with LHB Coaches Ex. Chennai Egmore with effect from 20th October, 2026 and Ex. Tiruchendur with effect from 21st October, 2026

 

ØConsequent to the conversion into LHB coaches, the composition for the above train services  will be revised 1- AC First Class Coach, 2- AC Two Tier Coaches, 3- AC Three Tier Coaches, 9- Sleeper Class Coaches, 4- General Second Class Coaches, 1- Second Class Coach (Divyangjan Friendly) & 1- Luggage cum Brake Van

 

 

 

                

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(S.N.Narain)
Chief Public Relations Officer
Source : Southern Railway Last Reviewed : 28-09-2026