New train between Kannur-Mangalore urged

October 15, 2011

Kasargod, Oct 14: A memorandum was submitted to Railway South Zone General Manager Deepak Kishan by Various organisations led by MP P Karunakaran on Friday demanding more trains in the Malabar sector and stop for important trains at the Kasargod station.

The memorandum demanded starting of the proposed Kannur-Mangalore passenger train to ease the travel problems of the passengers especially students commuting to Mangalore.

The memorandum also urged the general manager to start more passenger facilities at the station and starting of the proposed Palakkad-Mangalore Intercity Express.

The memorandum also demanded stop for the Prasuram Express in Kottilulam, Manjeswaram, Bekal and Uppla.

The Kerala Association of Travel Agents state vice-president N A Sulaiman urged the general manager to allow a stop for the Rajdani Express which is a long pending demand of the people of the area. He also demanded more trains in the route in both Mangalore and Kanuur side from 11am to 4pm.

He said in a memorandum to add more compartments to the trains.

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Promising life cut short: Mangaluru college student killed in Padubidri road accident

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November 30,2025

Mangaluru, Nov 30: A 22-year-old college student succumbed to her injuries at a private hospital in Mangaluru today, days after she was hit by a goods tempo while crossing a road in Padubidri.

The deceased has been identified as Preksha, a resident of Nadsalu Billitota in Padubidri. The fatal incident occurred as Preksha, who was returning home after completing her examination, attempted to cross the service road towards Mangaluru. She was struck by a goods tempo approaching from the Udupi side, causing her to fall and sustain a severe head injury.

Prompt action from local residents ensured she received immediate first aid before being rushed to a hospital in Mangaluru for specialised treatment. Despite medical efforts, she passed away while undergoing care.

Preksha was a student at Karavali College, Vamanjoor on the outskirts of Mangaluru city. The tragedy is compounded by the fact that she belonged to a financially vulnerable family, having previously lost her father. She is survived by her mother and brother.

A case related to the accident has been registered at the Padubidri police station, and an investigation is underway to determine the exact circumstances that led to the collision. The incident highlights the growing concerns over road safety, particularly on busy service roads, and serves as a tragic reminder of the human cost of traffic accidents.

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