The lines at the station were electrified on 9 January 1965, with the electrification of the Tambaram—Chengalpattu section.[1]
The station
Platforms
There are a total of 5 platforms and 5 tracks. The platforms are connected by foot overbridge. These platforms are built to accumulate 24 coaches express train. The platforms are equipped with modern facility like display board of arrival and departure of trains.
Station layout
G
Street level
Exit/Entrance & ticket counter
P
Platform 5
(Not in Operation)
FOB, Island platform | P4 Doors will open on the right | P5(Not in Operation)
The level crossing no. LC47 at the station is being replaced by an overbridge with a roundabout on top at a cost of ₹ 520 million. Work commenced in 2012.[3]