Perambur Railway Station is set to be upgraded as Chennai’s fourth major railway terminal, joining Chennai Central, Egmore, and Tambaram. The move is aimed at easing congestion at the city’s existing railway hubs and improving overall train operations.The development is expected to significantly benefit passengers in North Chennai by enhancing connectivity and reducing travel pressure on Central and Egmore stations. With increasing passenger traffic in the metropolitan region, authorities are focusing on decentralising terminal operations to ensure smoother services.
Once upgraded, Perambur is likely to handle more originating and terminating trains, strengthening Chennai’s railway infrastructure and supporting the city’s growing transportation needs.