Archive · 10 Dec 2025
Tirupati–Shirdi Express Launched for Pilgrimage Connectivity
A new train called the Tirupati–Sainagar Shirdi Express was started by V. Somanna, a minister.
This train connects two important religious places, Tirupati and Shirdi, making it easier for people to travel between them.
The train will pass through four states: Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka, and Maharashtra.
It will take about 30 hours to travel one way and stops at many important places along the route.
The minister said this train will help more people visit these religious sites and will also help the local economy.
He also mentioned that Andhra Pradesh has seen a lot of improvements in its train infrastructure recently.
The train is the first direct service from the south coastal belt of Andhra Pradesh to Shirdi, providing a safe and comfortable travel option for pilgrims.
The Tirupati–Sainagar Shirdi Express was flagged off by V. Somanna via video conferencing from New Delhi.
The train connects Tirupati and Shirdi, two major pilgrimage destinations, passing through four states.
It is the first direct train service from the south coastal belt of Andhra Pradesh to Shirdi.
The service aims to boost pilgrimage tourism, economic activity, and regional development.
Andhra Pradesh has seen significant rail infrastructure growth, including a substantial increase in the rail budget and new track additions.
- Who
- Minister of State for Railways and Jal Shakti, V. Somanna
- What
- Launch of Tirupati–Sainagar Shirdi Express train
- When
- Wednesday (specific date not mentioned)
- Where
- Rail Bhawan, New Delhi (flagged off via video conferencing)
- Why
- To enhance pilgrimage tourism, connectivity, and economic activity
Government and Railway Officials
General Public and Pilgrims
Infrastructure Development
Government and Railway Officials
The government highlights significant rail infrastructure development in Andhra Pradesh, including increased budget allocation, new tracks, and modern stations, as a major achievement.
General Public and Pilgrims
The public and pilgrims benefit from improved connectivity and enhanced travel experience, making pilgrimage journeys more convenient and comfortable.
- Train Name
- Tirupati–Sainagar Shirdi Express
- Route
- Tirupati to Shirdi
- States Covered
- Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka, Maharashtra
- Travel Time
- 30 hours each way
- Key Stops
- Nellore, Guntur, Secunderabad, Bidar, Manmad, Parli Vaijnath
- Rail Budget Increase
- ₹886 crore (2009–14) to ₹9,417 crore (2025–26)
- New Track Length
- 1,580 km
- Amrit Stations in AP
- 73
Sources
Somanna flags off Tirupati–Shirdi Express, linking two major pilgrimage centres
Union Minister Flags Off Tirupati-Sainagar Shirdi Express to Boost Pilgrimage Tourism
Indian Railways’ Tirupati–Sainagar Shirdi Express to enhance connectivity for pilgrims – Check route, time here
'Historic Boost To Pilgrimage Connectivity': MoS V Somanna Flags Off Tirupati–Sainagar Shirdi Express
