From Bullock Carts to Electric Trains: Evolution of Transportation in Palakkad
Transportation in Palakkad has undergone a remarkable transformation over the past 150 years, evolving from bullock carts navigating dusty trails to electric trains racing through modern corridors. The Early Days (Pre-1860s) Before the railway age, Palakkad relied on traditional transportation methods. Bullock carts dominated goods transport, while palanquins carried wealthy travelers. River transport along the Bharathapuzha…