Mysuru, Feb. 13 -- Regular service to begin from Feb. 16

The upgraded Ashokapuram Railway Station is set to begin operations for eight major trains, previously running from the Mysuru City Railway Station from Feb. 16. The proposal by the South Western Railway (SWR) Division has been approved by the Railway Ministry and the Railway Board.

Minister of State for Railways V. Somanna will show the green signal for the trains on Feb. 15 and the services will begin from the Ashokapuram Railway Station, the next day.

Ashokapuram Railway Station, which underwent a major upgrade costing Rs. 37.5 crore, now features five platforms, an expansion from its original three. A stabling line has also been added to accommodate train halts.

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