CHENNAI, APR 19
Southern Railway has on Saturday commenced Air-Conditioned EMU (AC EMU) services . A total number of six services (three in each direction) will be operated between Chennai Beach and Chengalpattu (4 services) and Chennai Beach – Tambaram (2 services) for 6 days a week except Sundays, ensuring enhanced comfort and pleasant journey experience for suburban commuters.
Cool Rides Ahead!
Chennai Division introduces its First Air-Conditioned EMU service!
Catch the inaugural ride from Chennai Beach at 07:00 hrs on 19th April 2025#SouthernRailway #Chennai #April2025 pic.twitter.com/pr7O8wqp70
— Southern Railway (@GMSRailway) April 18, 2025
Fares are competitively priced, with a minimum of ₹35 for distances up to 10 km, and a maximum of Rs.105 for distances in 56-60 km range.
The state-of-the-art 12-car AC EMUs, manufactured by Integral Coach Factory, are equipped with several modern features that offer metro-like comfort with a higher carrying capacity of around 5000 passengers.
Key features
Key features include fully air-conditioned coaches, automatic sliding doors, sealed gangways for uninterrupted movement, stainless steel seating, panoramic wide glass windows, aesthetic lighting, GPS-based LED displays, CCTV surveillance, and a passenger talk-back system for emergencies.
The train also features energy-efficient regenerative Electro Pneumatic brakes that can save up to 35% of electrical energy and air spring suspension for superior riding comfort.
These AC EMU services will greatly benefit daily commuters, particularly office goers, women commuters and students, offering a comfortable, safe, and efficient mode of travel.
The launch mirrors the successful deployment of AC EMUs in the Mumbai suburban system and reflects Southern Railway’s commitment to providing world-class travel experiences to its suburban passengers.
Only passengers with valid AC EMU tickets or AC EMU season tickets are allowed to board and travel in these trains. Passengers holding ordinary second class or first class season tickets are not permitted to travel in AC EMU services, as these services operate under a distinct fare structure.
