I write this letter to bring your immediate attention to the persistent neglect
and discrimination towards Trivandrum by the Indian Railways. Trivandrum, the
capital of Kerala, is one of the most vibrant and fast-growing cities in India. The
economic capacity and potential of Trivandrum can be nurtured and utilised if
connectivity is enhanced. The railway is one of the most efficient mediums of
connectivity and transportation. Unfortunately, the absence of robust allocations
and planning in the Indian Railway is hindering the development of entire Southern
Kerala region.
Numerous projects that focus on infrastructure development and the
modernization of stations are at crossroads in Trivandrum division. These projects
include doubling rail-lines, construction of over-bridges, electrification etc. Recently,
a Vande Bharat train allotted to the Trivandrum division was reneged by the officials.
Such levels of neglect and ice-cold attitude are obstructing the prospects of
development in Trivandrum. Trivandrum Central station, which is one of the key
stations in the Southern Railway awaits comprehensive allocation and development
The discrimination towards Trivandrum Central railway station and the Southern
Kerala region must come to an end immediately.
Considering the people’s demands and the current situation, I urge you to
intervene for faster development of Railway infrastructure including ensuring Vande
Bharat train to Trivandrum, allocation of more trains and coaches with good quality
and endorse projects to ensure high-speed connectivity for the holistic development
of the region.