The operations of the Nilgiri Mountain Railway (NMR) from Mettupalayam to Udhagamandalam resumed Wednesday, three days after services were cancelled due to heavy rains and resultant landslides.
The services resumed this morning with the train leaving Mettupalayam at 7.10 AM, official sources said.
The increased fares also came into effect from today.
The price of first class ticket from Mettupalayam to Coonoor has been hiked from Rs 174 to Rs 365 and Rs 195 to Rs 470 from Mettupalayam to Udhagamandalam, the sources said.
Similarly, the second class fare has been increased from Rs 25 to Rs 100 and Rs 30 to Rs 145 on the two stretches respectively.
For unreserved second class, the charges have been hiked from Rs 10 to Rs 50 and Rs 15 to Rs 80.
Disclaimer: No Business Standard Journalist was involved in creation of this content
You’ve reached your limit of {{free_limit}} free articles this month.
Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Already subscribed? Log in
Subscribe to read the full story →
Smart Quarterly
₹900
3 Months
₹300/Month
Smart Essential
₹2,700
1 Year
₹225/Month
Super Saver
₹3,900
2 Years
₹162/Month
Renews automatically, cancel anytime
Here’s what’s included in our digital subscription plans
Exclusive premium stories online
Over 30 premium stories daily, handpicked by our editors
Complimentary Access to The New York Times
News, Games, Cooking, Audio, Wirecutter & The Athletic
Business Standard Epaper
Digital replica of our daily newspaper — with options to read, save, and share
Curated Newsletters
Insights on markets, finance, politics, tech, and more delivered to your inbox
Market Analysis & Investment Insights
In-depth market analysis & insights with access to The Smart Investor
Archives
Repository of articles and publications dating back to 1997
Ad-free Reading
Uninterrupted reading experience with no advertisements
Seamless Access Across All Devices
Access Business Standard across devices — mobile, tablet, or PC, via web or app