Southern Railway has recorded a strong performance in passenger demand, with four Vande Bharat Express trains and six Express services featuring among the top 10 most occupied trains in India for FY 2025–26.
Among them, the Thiruvananthapuram–Mangaluru Vande Bharat Express stood out with occupancy levels exceeding 180%, making it one of the busiest routes in the country.
The high occupancy highlights the growing popularity of Vande Bharat trains, driven by faster travel, modern amenities, and improved connectivity across major cities in southern India.
Overall, passenger traffic on these trains has seen a significant rise, indicating a shift toward both premium and efficient travel options in Indian Railways.
Officials believe this trend underscores the need for further expansion of high-speed and high-capacity services to meet increasing demand.
