Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate five redeveloped Amrit Bharat stations and dedicate the Karaikal-Peralam railway line and three rail flyovers to the nation during his visit to Tamil Nadu on Sunday (October 11, 2026). The projects, worth around Rs 750 crore, are set to improve passenger facilities, strengthen rail connectivity and increase the capacity of the rail network in the state.

The five stations have been upgraded under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme at a cost of over Rs 70 crore. The 23-km Karaikal-Peralam railway line has been developed at a cost of more than Rs 550 crore, while the three rail flyovers have been built for over Rs 120 crore.

Five stations upgraded

The five stations are Ambasamudram, Palani, Namakkal, Paramakkudi and Vellore Cantonment, according to Southern Railway. The work includes improvements to station buildings, waiting areas, platforms, parking and passenger information systems, along with ramps, lifts and accessible toilets for persons with disabilities.

Ambasamudram station in Tirunelveli district has been redeveloped at a cost of Rs 13 crore. It serves as a rail gateway to tourist attractions such as Papanasam, Agasthiyar Falls and Manimuthar Falls and Dam near the Western Ghats, with a renovated facade, new entrance porch, covered parking, improved waiting halls, a new six-metre-wide foot overbridge and two lifts.

Palani station in Dindigul district has been redeveloped at a cost of around Rs 20 crore. Located on the Dindigul-Pollachi section, it serves devotees visiting the Arulmigu Dhandayuthapani Swamy Temple, attracting pilgrims through the year, particularly during Thai Poosam and Panguni Uthiram.

Namakkal station in Salem division has been redeveloped at a cost of Rs 17 crore. It serves a commercial and transport centre known for its temples, historic rock formations and access to the Kolli Hills, with a renovated and expanded building, improved entrance, waiting hall, executive lounge and two booking counters.

Paramakkudi station in Ramanathapuram district has been redeveloped at a cost of Rs 14 crore. On the Madurai-Manamadurai-Rameswaram route, it is an important rail gateway for passengers heading to Rameswaram, with an improved facade, new entrance arch, wider vehicle lanes, a pedestrian pathway, around 1,250 square metres of covered parking and upgraded toilets.

Karaikal-Peralam line and three flyovers

The Karaikal-Peralam new railway line will provide a direct rail link between Karaikal and the Mayiladuthurai-Tiruvarur railway corridor, improving passenger connectivity and providing rail access to Karaikal Port for freight such as coal, fertilisers and food grains. It will also improve access to the Saneeswarar Temple at Thirunallar.

The Prime Minister will also dedicate three rail flyovers built at a cost of over Rs 120 crore, aimed at improving train movement, increasing line capacity and easing congestion at level crossings in Coimbatore and surrounding areas.