Industry Visit Schedule - December 2025
Complete timeline for your three-day journey from Bangalore to Chennai (8th-10th December 2025), including train travel, factory visits, and cultural experiences.
Important Notice
Schedule is subject to changes. Please stay updated with the latest information from Rupini Hulikatti and Tejas S Math. Any modifications to the itinerary will be communicated in advance through official channels.
Key Points:
- All boarding and return at KSR Bengaluru only
- In Chennai, all activities at MGR Central
- Hotel: Royal Paris (3-4 people sharing)
- Group size: 65 participants
Day 1
Monday, December 8, 2025
Train Departs from Bangalore to Chennai
departureOvernight journey to Chennai. Please arrive 30 minutes early for boarding.
Train Details
Train Name
SBC MAS SF MAIL
Train Number
12658
Platform
Platform TBD (Probably 1)
Duration
5h 50m
Departure
10:40 PM
Arrival
04:30 AM
Class
AC 3 Tier
Day 2
Tuesday, December 9, 2025
Arrive at Chennai
arrivalArrive at Chennai Central. Transfer to hotel for check-in and rest.
Walk to Hotel, Check-in & Rest
hotelWalk from MGR Central to Royal Paris Hotel, complete check-in formalities, and get ready for the day.
Breakfast
breakfastEnjoy breakfast at hotel restaurant before starting the day.
Industry Visit
factoryComprehensive tour of coach manufacturing facilities, assembly lines, and quality control systems.
Lunch Break at ICFHL
lunchLunch at factory canteen with ICF officials and engineers.
Visit to Chennai Rail Museum
museumExplore the rich history of Indian Railways with vintage locomotives and exhibits.
Visit to Matsya Narayana Temple
sightseeingVisit the historic Matsya Narayana Temple for cultural and spiritual experience.
Dinner at A2B
dinnerEnjoy a delicious dinner at A2B restaurant near Kovalam Beach, featuring a variety of South Indian and North Indian vegetarian cuisine.
Return to Hotel & Rest
returnReturn to hotel, relax and rest for the night.
Day 3
Wednesday, December 10, 2025
Get Ready
preparationWake up, freshen up, and prepare for departure.
Check-out from Hotel
checkoutComplete hotel checkout formalities and prepare for departure.
Train Departs from Chennai to Bangalore
departureBoard train for return journey to Bangalore. Please arrive 30 minutes early.
Train Details
Train Name
SBC DBLDECK EXP
Train Number
22625
Platform
Platform TBD (Probably 7)
Duration
5h 45m
Departure
07:25 AM
Arrival
01:10 PM
Class
AC Chair Car
Arrive at Bangalore
arrivalArrive at KSR Bengaluru. Transfer to campus or home. End of program.
Journey Summary
Complete overview of your three-day Integral Coach Factory visit
3
Total Days
Dec 8-10, 2025
2
Key Visits
ICF & Rail Museum
700+
KM Travel
Bangalore ↔ Chennai
2
Cultural Visits
Rail Museum, Matsya Narayana Temple
Train Journeys
- 12658 SBC MAS SF MAIL - Outbound (10:40 PM)
- 22625 SBC DBLDECK EXP - Return (07:25 AM)
Key Locations
- Integral Coach Factory
- Chennai Rail Museum
- Matsya Narayana Temple
Sightseeing
- Royal Paris Hotel Accommodation
- Cultural & Spiritual Experience
Important Reminders
- Arrive 30 minutes early for train departure
- Bring valid ID and train tickets
- Follow dress code guidelines
- Keep emergency contacts handy