Happy New Year 2014.

Wishing you all a very happy new year 2014.

And there she comes- the Majestic Primo Supremo!!!

Rajdhani Express

Northbound Primo Supremo gears up for deceleration to follow PSR of 90 KMPH at Raigir.

Twenty Thirteen in Twelve to Thirteen.

Now that 2013 is coming to an end- I've decided to pen down all of my 2013 experiences. How do I start off- my 2013 began in a train hauled by an EMD as I woke up from side lower berth at 2:00. It was near Giddaluru and I had to rush back to Hyderabad on an emergency note. Yes, first one and half week of 2013 was in complete tension mode as I was roaming around hospitals for my close relative. Then I probably had few mesmerizing days in my life as I've been to namesake Industrial tour, with 7 of my batch mates. Taj Mahal is obviously the first place to visit and yes- it is one of the best places I've ever visited. Followed by Delhi- Shimla. Kufri peak was equally good, and those moments I cannot forget in my life. River rafting at negative temperatures and entering the place with negative temperatures with totally wet body- probably that is one night I can never forget. Special thanks to Bhanu Chander Rao, who came out in chilling temperature of -8* so that I could capture my "Sleeping Manali" picture, which is one for the keeps. I saw people drive cars in frozen roads. I did experience what is "Paragliding". I experienced negative temperatures, I experienced "getting Delayed due to fog". I learnt numerous things which I never knew.

I learnt to accept the things, especially taking bus over train. I met new people, I met #BadeLog. I traveled in Godavari Express. I touched a three day old baby. I experienced a three day old baby holding my index finger. I got learnt how to drive car in traffic. I got ten out of ten correct in Learners Licence test. I listened to Tum Hi Ho- which is easily the best song of the year 2013. I listened to most energetic song of 2013- Balam Pichkari. I danced to one of the catchy beats- Badtameez Dil. I went to Sunrisers Hyderabad v Royal Challengers Bangalore- I witnessed Super Over in a Cricket Match. I canceled my travel along with family members in my favorite- for examinations which I never knew I'd bunk. I struggled with JNTU- twice, as usual. I wrote with one of the best pens ever- Cello Accugrip- thanks to Sree Ram Sarma for forgetting it in my bag. I went on a long drive with my close friends. I ate Paradise Biryani. I ate Paradise Biryani twice.

I visited new places, places which I dreamt of visiting. I visited Dudhsagar Waterfalls. I visited Suravali. I stepped into Goa. I saw Five EMD locos together roaring loud. I personally met many new people whom I dreamt of meeting. I saw WDG4's going through the viaduct (Bridge) in front of the Mighty Dudhsagar Waterfalls. I saw Amaravathi Express from Dudhsagar View point. I trekked for 5.4 KMs in thick forest amidst Western Ghats in heavy rain. I saw India winning Champions Trophy.

I experienced a small kid identifying me after three months. I traveled in Vishakapatnam Secunderabad Duronto Express. I traveled in Secunderabad Lokmanya Tilak Duronto Express. I traveled in all three Duronto Expresses of South Central Railways. I traveled in state of art Apartment on wheels- Double Decker Express. I experienced Bhor Ghats. I put my foot in the land of Narendra Modi. I saw Sabarmathi Locomotive.

I failed in two wheeler driving test and passed four wheeler driving test. I passed the two wheeler and I got my licence. I drove my car without any "L Board" legally. I drove my family to movie.

I experienced betrayal. I experienced biased-ness. I learnt new lessons. I came to know I could drive bike for 15 KMs next day morning at 7 AM by sleeping at 3AM. I experienced loneliness. I learnt to keep secrets for myself. I learnt to digest truth irrespective of how hot my ears get after coming to know them. I understood what is true love. I understood how everything goes in society.

I visited Raigir. I visited Raigir twice. I visited Raigir for third time. I visited Raigir for the fourth time. I went to Odela. I went to Shirdi. I traveled in Aurangabad Jan Shatabdi. I Experienced Kasra Ghats. I experienced Mother of Catch Sidings. I saw Marine Drive. I saw Chhatrapathi Shivaji Terminus Mumbai Main Entrance. I entered into it from main entrance. I traveled in Queen of Indian Railways- Deccan Queen. I experienced Dining Car of Indian Railways amidst Bhor Ghats. I traveled in Pune-Secunderabad Shatabdi- ICF coaches.

I celebrated Vinayaka Chavithi. I clicked a photo for 8 seconds and got expected result. I studied for my examinations. I experienced people change. I got messages which changed me. I talked to a friend who I thought I would never talk. I talked with a friend- once for who I was ready to give away my life. I felt sad for my decisions. I feared love. I tried to do something just because I said I would do. I booked ticket in Rajdhani Express by saving money by skipping evening snacks. I saw Bangalore Rajdhani Express getting a WDP4 from Krishnarajapuram. I fought with Murthy for trains and locos.

I wished one of my close friends birthday for one full month. I wished happy birthday in all possible ways with which they could be happy. I heard "Roar" by Katy Perry.

I booked my ticket in Rajdhani Express. I got my ticket confirmed from RAC 6. I traveled in Rajdhani Express. I got my friends with whom I discuss railways at the railway station when I am boarding my favorite train. I experienced Makali Ghats in Rajdhani Express powered by WDP4. I ate CTR butter Dosa I met new people. I went to Tiruchchirappalli. I met many more new people. I attended a Christian marriage. I saw Rockfirt Temple. I ate onion roast on a banana leaf. I saw Baiyappanahalli. I saw Soldevanahalli. I clicked photos. I traveled in one of the most Jaffa Trains ever- 15016 Yesvantpur-Gorakhpur Express. I saw my childhood place from train.

I got special compliments for my photography. I got a sorry from someone who I never expected to realize their mistake, although it was committed without their knowledge and eventually cried for them. I felt special due to them. I felt happy because someone said all the things I wanted to hear from them. I lied and took my 14 years old "about to be scrapped" Omni to Secunderabad at night 21:00 to receive the eldest person of my family. I got appreciated for my driving and risking.

I am definitely better person than what I was. I learnt many new things. I learnt how to cool down my ears when I hear something unexpected and shocking. I hope 2014 will give me many more experiences.

PS: I will be doing my 20,000 KMs on rail by tomorrow.

The Rajdhani Loco

The Rajdhani Loco

The customary reversal of loco for the Rajdhani Express- happens every day. And On that day, it was none other than
Krishna Rajapuram WDP4 #20040.

Madgaon-Mumbai Konkan Kanya Express

10112 Konkan Kanya Express

Mumbai bound Konkan Kanya Express

Starts at Madgaon: 18:00

Reaches Mumbai: 05:50

Travel Time: 11h 50m

Halts: 18

Distance: 580 km

Avg Speed: 49 km/hr

Rake Sharing with 10103/4 Mandovi Express.

WDM 3A, Shunting Loco, WDP4D, WDG3A Stand Together.

WDM 3A, Shunting Loco, WDP4D, WDG3A Stand Together.

Guntakal Rebuilt WDM3A, Kazipet Derated Loco, Gooty WDP4D and Kazipet WDG3A form loco line up
at Kacheguda.

Pune Secunderabad Shatabdi Express.

PUNE- SECUNDERABAD SHATABDI EXPRESS

12025 Pune-Secunderabad Shatabdi Express gets a seldom Danger!

Pune Departure Time: 05:50

Secunderabad Arrival: 14:20

Travel Time: 8h 30m

Halts: 6

Distance: 597 km

Avg Speed: 70 km/hr