Golconda Express
Introduction The 17201 / 17202 '''Golconda Express''' is an intercity express train running between Secunderabad and Guntur. It is provided with stoppage at Pedakakani railway station with effect from 1 May 2011.
Etymology This train is named after the historic Golconda Fort in Hyderabad. It is one of the important landmark in Hyderabad built by the Qutb Shahi dynasty of Hyderabad.
Achievements Achievement 1: In 1973, this service was the fastest steam passenger train in India.17202 Guntur bound Golconda Express
Route & halts The train runs from  via , , , , , , , , , , ,  to .
Traction It is hauled by a Lallaguda-based WAP-7 (HOG) equipped locomotive on its entire journey.
Rake sharing The train shares its rake with 17233/17234 Bhagyanagar Express.
Accidents and incidents On the morning of 2 July 2003, part of  the Secunderabad-bound Golconda Express fell from a bridge near Warangal, killing at least 21 people. In 1999, the train derailed near Ghanpur (Station) in Warangal district of Telangana.
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