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Mumbai train firing: Dismissed RPF cop's bail plea hearing adjourned until Dec 8
A Mumbai court on Friday adjourned until Dec 8 the bail plea hearing of dismissed Railway Protection Force (RPF) cop Chetansinh Chaudhary, reported the PTI. The court issued a production warrant against dismissed Railway Protection Force (RPF) constable Chetansinh Chaudhary who is accused of shooting dead his senior colleague and three passengers in Mumbai train firing on July 31 this year, according to the PTI. The order for production of the accused came after Chetansinh Chaudhary's lawyer Amit Mishra moved a plea saying they are unable to have proper briefing in the matter in the absence of interaction with the accused physically, as per the PTI. The accused is in judicial custody for four months or so and is lodged in Akola Central Jail in Maharashtra, some 550 kilometres from Mumbai, the plea said, the news agency reported on Friday. Advocates cannot travel to Akola as it will be inconvenient for them, and, therefore, he (accused) should be physically produced before the court, the plea added. Meanwhile, the prosecution on Friday sought time till December 8 to file a response to the bail application of Chetansinh Chaudhary, which the court allowed and adjourned the matter until then. In his bail plea filed last month, the Chetansinh Chaudhary has said he has been suffering from "haunted illusions of the ghostly world and doing some weird act". The bail plea claimed Chetansinh Chaudhary is suffering from extreme mental strokes and is a partial mental patient/mentally challenged, He sometimes becomes whimsical and goes into the "loop of illusions" is probably suffering from "delusional disorder", the bail plea further claimed, as per the PTI. The firing incident took place in the morning of July 31 on board Jaipur-Mumbai Express near Palghar railway station near Mumbai. Chetansinh Chaudhary allegedly shot dead RPF assistant sub inspector Tika Ram Meena as well as three passengers in coaches B5 and S6 and in the pantry car with his automatic weapon. He was held while trying to flee after passengers pulled the alarm chain of the train and brought it to a halt near Mira Road. (with PTI inputs)
01 December,2023 07:43 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Gokhale Bridge: Some trains to be affected due to launch of girder on weekend
The Western Railway on Friday said that some Mumbai local trains and long distance trains will remain affected due to the launching of first open web girder of Gokhale Bridge in Andheri. The first open web girder of Gokhale Bridge will be launched on the intervening night of December 2nd and 3rd, this weekend, the Western Railway said. According to the Western Railway, in connection with the launching of 1st Open Web Girder (OWG) of Gokhale Road Over Bridge (ROB) between Vile Parle and Andheri stations, a major block will be taken on all lines from 00.45 hrs to 04.45 hrs on the intervening night of 2nd/3rd December 2023. According to a press release issued by Sumit Thakur – Chief Public Relations Officer of Western Railway, during the block period from 00.45 hrs to 04.45 hrs, some of the suburban services will remain cancelled. The list of which will be available at stations of the suburban section. The last suburban services and long-distance trains to be affected on 2nd December, 2023 are as under :- Details of last suburban services are as under: 1. Last DOWN slow service from Churchgate-Virar Mumbai local train will depart from Churchgate at 23.58 hrs to reach Virar at 01.40 hrs. 2. Last DOWN slow service from Churchgate-Borivali will depart from Churchgate at 23.52 hrs to reach Borivali at 00.58 hrs. 3. Last DOWN slow service from Churchgate-Bandra will depart from Churchgate at 01.00 hrs to reach Bandra at 01.30 hrs. 4. Last UP Slow service from Virar-Churchgate will depart from Virar at 23.49 hrs to reach Churchgate at 01.26 hrs. 5. Last UP Slow service from Borivali-Churchgate will depart from Borivali at 00.10 hrs to reach Churchgate at 01.15 hrs. 6. Last UP Slow service from Virar-Goregaon will depart from Virar at 00.05 hrs to reach Goregaon at 00.50 hrs. Details of long-distance trains to be affected: 1. Train No. 19038 Barauni – Bandra Terminus Avadh Express will be short-terminated at Borivali. 2. Train No. 09184 Banaras - Mumbai Central Weekly Special will be regulated by 60 mins between Surat - Virar section. 3. Train No. 09052 Bhusaval – Mumbai Central Tri-Weekly Special will be regulated by 30 mins between Surat - Virar section. 4. Train No. 22946 Okha – Mumbai Central Saurashtra Mail will be regulated by 40 mins at Goregaon. 5. Train No. 22904 Bhuj – Bandra Terminus Superfast AC Express 2023 will be regulated by 15 mins between Virar - Andheri.
01 December,2023 06:46 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Mumbai: Ram Karan Yadav takes charge as GM of Central Railway
Senior Indian Railway official Ram Karan Yadav has been appointed as the general manager of the Central Railway (CR), reported the PTI. Ram Karan Yadav, a 1986 batch Indian Railways Service of Engineers (IRSE) officer, took charge of the office on Friday, the Central Railway stated in a release. Before joining the Central Railway, Yadav was the director general of the Indian Railways Institute of Civil Engineering (IRICEN) Pune.The senior officer has replaced Naresh Lalwani, who retired from the post on Thursday. Ram Karan Yadav graduated in civil engineering with honours from IIT Roorkee in 1985 and joined the Railways in March 1988. He also earned an M.Tech (Soil Mechanics & Foundation Engineering) from IIT Delhi in 1987. Ram Karan Yadav has served in various posts in the Western, North Eastern, Central and Eastern divisions of the Railways apart from working with IRICEN Pune, Rail Indian Technical and Economic Service (RITES) and Delhi Metro Rail Corporation. Shri Ram Karan Yadav takes over as General Manager, Central Railway from today 01/12/2023.He is an officer of the Indian Railways Service of Engineers (IRSE) of 1986 batch.Before taking over as General Manager, Central Railway, he was working as Director General, Indian… pic.twitter.com/WOT6Mu3frL — Central Railway (@Central_Railway) December 1, 2023 Meanwhile, Naresh Lalwani, the General Manager of Central Railway retired on November 30, 2023, marking the culmination of an exemplary 38-year career in Indian Railways, an official said. Having assumed office on January 25, 2023, Lalwani, the Indian Railway Engineering Service officer has been instrumental in steering Central Railway to remarkable achievements. During his tenure Central Railway achieved Rs.10103.72 crore from passenger and freight earnings during the period April to October 2023, showcasing 16.67 per cent increase compared to the Rs. 8659.77 crores during same period in 2022. Central Railway has sustained its leadership position in ticket checking among all Zonal Railways, with 27.32 Lakh cases of ticketless, Irregular Travel, unbooked luggage passengers and realised fine of Rs. 176.17 Crores for the financial year 2023-24 from April to October 2023. The Central Railway loaded record 49.03 million tons during the period April to October 2023, showcasing an 11.50 per cent increase compared to the same period in 2022. Central Railway completed construction of 147.77 km new lines/ doubling project in this financial year. Total Central Railway section running with 130 kmph is now- 1206.73 km such as Igatpuri- Nashik- Bhusawal – Akola – Wardha- Badnera – Nagpur, Wardha – Ballarashah and Pune - Daund route. (with PTI inputs)
01 December,2023 01:46 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Mumbai local train updates: Western Railway to operate over 3 hours night block
The Western Railway on Thursday said that it will operate over 3 hours night block on the weekend and there will be a no day block over the Western Railway on Sunday. In an official statement, the Western Railway said, to carry out maintenance work of tracks, signaling and overhead equipment, a jumbo Block of 3.30 hours will be operated from 00.00 hrs to 03.30 hrs at Vasai Road Yard including all Goods line during the intervening night of Friday and Saturday, i.e. on 01st/02nd December, 2023. The Western Railway said, "Therefore, there will be a no block in the day time over Western Railway suburban section on Sunday, 03rd December, 2023." Central Railway GM retires Naresh Lalwani, the General Manager of Central Railway, will superannuate on November 30, 2023, marking the culmination of an exemplary 38-year career in Indian Railways, the officials said. Having assumed office on January 25, 2023, Lalwani, the Indian Railway Engineering Service officer has been instrumental in steering Central Railway to remarkable achievements. During his tenure Central Railway achieved Rs.10103.72 crore from passenger & freight earnings during the period April to October 2023, showcasing 16.67 % increase compared to the Rs. 8659.77 crores during same period in 2022. Central Railway has sustained its leadership position in ticket checking among all Zonal Railways, with 27.32 Lakh cases of Ticketless, Irregular Travel, Unbooked Luggage passengers and realised fine of Rs. 176.17 Crores for the financial year 2023-24 from April to October 2023. The Central Railway loaded record 49.03 million tons during the period April to October 2023, showcasing an 11.50% increase compared to the same period in 2022. Central Railway completed construction of 147.77 km new lines/ doubling project in this financial year. Total Central Railway section running with 130 kmph is now- 1206.73 km such as Igatpuri- Nashik- Bhusawal – Akola – Wardha- Badnera – Nagpur, Wardha – Ballarashah and Pune - Daund route. In a commendable stride toward sustainability, Central Railway has embraced clean and renewable energy, augmenting its energy needs with 8.119 MWp of solar energy. This shift aligns with Indian Railways' mission to achieve Net Zero Carbon Emission by 2030. The commitment to environmental stewardship is further demonstrated by Central Railway's 100% electrification of all Broad Gauge routes, covering 3825 route kilometers. This achievement translates to an annual reduction of 5.204 tons of carbon footprints and a substantial cost savings of Rs. 1670 crores. Under Lalwani's leadership, Central Railway has undertaken various customer-centric initiatives, introducing new services like CSMT-Solapur Vande Bharat Express, CSMT-Sainagar Shirdi Vande Bharat Express, CSMT-Madgaon Vande Bharat Express and Nagpur – Indore Vande Bharat Express. Additionally, the introduction of 'Vistadome' coaches to Neral –Matheran Narrow gauge Toy train this year offering passengers panoramic views, exemplifies the commitment to enhancing travel experiences.
30 November,2023 06:48 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Mumbai: Central Railway GM Naresh Lalwani retires after a 38 years of service
Naresh Lalwani, the General Manager of Central Railway, will superannuate on November 30, 2023, marking the culmination of an exemplary 38-year career in Indian Railways, an official said. Having assumed office on January 25, 2023, Lalwani, the Indian Railway Engineering Service officer has been instrumental in steering Central Railway to remarkable achievements. During his tenure Central Railway achieved Rs.10103.72 crore from passenger & freight earnings during the period April to October 2023, showcasing 16.67 % increase compared to the Rs. 8659.77 crores during same period in 2022. Central Railway has sustained its leadership position in ticket checking among all Zonal Railways, with 27.32 Lakh cases of Ticketless, Irregular Travel, Unbooked Luggage passengers and realised fine of Rs. 176.17 Crores for the financial year 2023-24 from April to October 2023. The Central Railway loaded record 49.03 million tons during the period April to October 2023, showcasing an 11.50% increase compared to the same period in 2022. Central Railway completed construction of 147.77 km new lines/ doubling project in this financial year. Total Central Railway section running with 130 kmph is now- 1206.73 km such as Igatpuri- Nashik- Bhusawal – Akola – Wardha- Badnera – Nagpur, Wardha – Ballarashah and Pune - Daund route. In a commendable stride toward sustainability, Central Railway has embraced clean and renewable energy, augmenting its energy needs with 8.119 MWp of solar energy. This shift aligns with Indian Railways' mission to achieve Net Zero Carbon Emission by 2030. The commitment to environmental stewardship is further demonstrated by Central Railway's 100% electrification of all Broad Gauge routes, covering 3825 route kilometers. This achievement translates to an annual reduction of 5.204 tons of carbon footprints and a substantial cost savings of Rs. 1670 crores. Under Lalwani's leadership, Central Railway has undertaken various customer-centric initiatives, introducing new services like CSMT-Solapur Vande Bharat Express, CSMT-Sainagar Shirdi Vande Bharat Express, CSMT-Madgaon Vande Bharat Express and Nagpur – Indore Vande Bharat Express. Additionally, the introduction of 'Vistadome' coaches to Neral –Matheran Narrow gauge Toy train this year offering passengers panoramic views, exemplifies the commitment to enhancing travel experiences. In line with the "Zero Scrap Mission," Central Railway has not only achieved a scrap-free environment across its locations/divisions but has also generated revenue of Rs. 223.85 crores through the sale of scrap during the current financial year. As Naresh Lalwani bids farewell, Central Railway expresses gratitude for his visionary leadership and unwavering commitment to excellence.
30 November,2023 03:09 PM IST | Mumbai | Rajendra B. Aklekar
Mumbai: Commuters’ dismay, hawkers’ delight
In a move that has left daily commuters dismayed, the Central Railways has decided to legalize the presence of hawkers inside trains. The decision has sparked a wave of concern among passengers, who are already grappling with the daily struggle of navigating crowded trains during peak hours. The decision to grant licenses to hawkers, aimed at regularising the informal economy within the railway system, has been met with scepticism by the very commuters it seeks to serve. A senior Central Railways official stated, “The licensee will be allowed to sell consumable items (allowed only in suburban trains) like packaged food items, beverages, snacks, packed pre-cut and peeled raw vegetables and fruits, etc. and non-consumables like travel-related products, mobile or laptop accessories, stationery products and newspapers, magazines and books. All trains and all classes of mail, express and passenger trains, except premium trains like Mahanagri, Rajdhani and Duranto Express across the Mumbai Division of CR have permitted the vending of various miscellaneous items, excluding food items.” The CR has also invited bids for a separate e-auction for suburban and non-suburban trains to be held on November 28, the official added. Commuters have for long been contending with the overcrowded trains during rush hours. The added presence of unauthorised hawkers has been a long-standing issue, with many commuters expressing frustration at the inconvenience caused by these impromptu mobile marketplaces. The decision to legitimize the presence of hawkers inside trains has left passengers questioning the priorities of the railway authorities. Also read: Mumbai: 71-year-old woman cheated of Rs 4.35 crore, five held “We are already packed like sardines during peak hours, and now they want to introduce legal hawkers? It’s a nightmare,” says Shreyas Shinde, a daily commuter on the Central line. “The focus should be on improving the commute by increasing train frequency or enhancing infrastructure. This decision only adds to the chaos.” Ritesh Khedekar, another commuter, said, “Passengers are losing lives due to overcrowding in trains every day. This should be the concern of the railway administration. This move means that even during crowded peak hours, hawkers will pile into trains where there is no space for commuters. As it is, we sometimes have to let a train go as it is too crowded to get on to.” Experts also feel that the added crowd could lead to emergency exits and passages being obstructed, creating a potential safety risk for passengers in the event of an emergency evacuation. Nandkumar Deshmukh, President of the Federation Of Suburban Passengers Association said, “We will be protesting against this move in December. The Railways should have priorities like adding another railway line or increasing the number of trains, instead of legalising hawkers.” However, Subhash Gupta, president of the Yatri Sangh Mumbai expressed mixed reactions. “An average person in Mumbai has very little personal time for shopping. The decision seems to be in favour of such commuters, but the Railways also needs to see how feasible this is. Getting vendors legalised will surely boost the railways economy.”
26 November,2023 04:29 AM IST | Mumbai | Prasun Choudhari
Mumbai local train updates: Western Railway to operate night block on weekend
Mumbai local train updates: Western Railway on Friday said that there will be a no day block on Sunday and it will operate a night block between Santacruz and Goregaon railway stations. In an official statement, the Western Railway said that to carry out maintenance work of tracks, overhead and signalling equipment, a jumbo block of four hours will be operated on the 6th line from 23.30 hrs to 03.30 hrs and from 00.30 hrs to 04.30 hrs on 5th line between Santacruz and Goregaon stations on the intervening night Saturday/Sunday, i.e., on 18th/19th November, 2023. Therefore, there will be no block in the day time over Western Railway suburban section on this Sunday, 19th November, 2023, the Western Railway said on Friday. Meanwhile, the Indian Railways have launched an intensive drive against inflammable items in trains, the Western Railway said on Friday. According to an official statement, during this ongoing festive season, after detection of fire crackers in trains at various locations like New Delhi, Anand Vihar, Jabalpur, Vijaywada etc. stations, Ministry of Railways has issued instructions to zonal railways for a drive against carriage of inflammable items across the Indian Railways network. It said, to make the train journey safer, the railways has urged passengers to be careful and not to carry and also not let their co-passengers carry inflammable objects while travelling on trains. "All zonal railways have launched intensive awareness drive for the passengers. Regular announcements are being made at railway stations making an appeal not to carry inflammable and explosive objects like firecrackers, gas cylinders, acid, petrol, kerosene, etc, in passenger trains during a train journey," the statement said. It said, the zonal railways have directed concerned officials to keep a strict vigil on passenger movements while travelling by train. Railway Protection Force (RPF) and Government Railway Police (GRP) personnel have been alerted. Luggage and parcel items are being scanned thoroughly before loading. "Indian Railways appeals to the railway passengers not to carry any inflammable materials gas cylinders, petrol, diesel, and kerosene, stoves, matchboxes, cigarette lighters, and any detonating substances, including firecrackers," the official statement said.
17 November,2023 07:11 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Navy's Half Marathon in Mumbai: Western Railway to run special local train
Navy's Half Marathon in Mumbai: The Western Railway on Thursday said that it will run a special Mumbai Local Train for the upcoming Indian Navy's Half Marathon in Mumbai. In an official statement, the Western Railway said that for the convenience of participants attending the Western Naval Command (WNC) Half Marathon. The Half Marathon will be held on 19th November and Western Railway will run one extra special slow Mumbai local train in the early morning of 19th November from Virar to Churchgate which will leave Virar at 02:30 hrs and is scheduled to reach Churchgate at 04:12 hrs. Meanwhile, the Defence spokesperson on Thursday shared the details of the event in an official statement. The statement said that the sixth edition of IndianOil WNC Navy Half Marathon 2023 (WNHM 23) will be held on Sunday, 19 November 2023 at Azad Maidan, Mumbai as part of the activities commemorating Navy Day. Since the inaugural edition in 2016, the WNC Navy Half Marathon has grown in scope and scale, to become the 5th largest running event in India and 2nd largest in Mumbai. It said, this year, the event is poised to continue on its journey of becoming “Bigger, Better and Stronger”. The race will be conducted in three categories viz. Aircraft Carrier Run (21 Km), Destroyer Run (10 Km) and Frigate Run (5 Km). As a buildup towards the event and to increase awareness towards fitness and distance running, various promo runs have been conducted, over the last three months. The race EXPO was conducted from 03 to 05 November 2023 receiving overwhelming and unprecedented response. Attractions at the EXPO venue included live sessions from various experts towards preparation for the race, awareness with respect to medical aspects. In addition, there were a number of selfie points with medals, discounted sports products from reputed brands, souvenirs of the event, etc. This year the number of participants has grown, from 6,000 in the inaugural race held in 2016 to over 16,000. The run is scheduled to be flagged off from Azad Maidan, near CSMT, with a message “Clean Coasts and Clean Seas make Healthy Living”. It will cover iconic locations viz. Marine Lines, Opera House, NCPA, Fort Area. Various eminent service sports personnel (Asian Games medal winners), senior dignitaries from both military and civil organisations and participants from Indian Naval Quiz, ThinQ will be present for the event. Event details are as follows: - 1. Event Name: IndianOil WNC Navy Half Marathon 20232. Date: 19th November 20233. Time: 5:00 AM to 10:00 AM4. Venue: Azad Maidan5. Participants Registered: Approx. 16,0006. Race categories: - (a) Aircraft Carrier Run - 21Km (Flag-off at 0515 hrs) (b) Destroyer Run - 10Km (Flag-off at 0630 hrs) (c) Frigate Run - 5Km (Flag-off at 0730 hrs)7. Prize distribution: 0815 hrs onwards
16 November,2023 04:59 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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Mumbai local train updates: CR cancels mega block on Sunday on all lines
Mumbai local train updates: The Mumbai division of Central Railway on Saturday evening announced that it has cancelled the scheduled mega blocks on Sunday on all of its lines. In an official statement, the Central Railway said, "There will be no any mega block on Sunday. No mega block on main line, harbour line, trans harbour line of Central Railway's Mumbai division. Earlier issued press note of mega block stands cancelled." On Friday, the Central Railway’s Mumbai Division had said that a mega block on its suburban sections to facilitate various engineering and maintenance works on Sunday, November 12 would be undertaken. The central Railway had on Friday said that the Down slow services leaving CSMT from 10:48 am to 3:49 pm will be diverted on the Down fast line between CSMT and Vidyavihar stations. Trains will halt at Byculla, Parel, Dadar, Matunga, Sion, and Kurla stations, then rediverted on the Down slow line. It had earlier said that the Down slow services leaving CSMT from 10:48 am to 3:49 pm will be diverted on the Down fast line between CSMT and Vidyavihar stations. Trains will halt at Byculla, Parel, Dadar, Matunga, Sion, and Kurla stations, then rediverted on the Down slow line. Up slow services leaving Ghatkopar from 10:41 am to 3:52 pm will be diverted on the Up fast line between Vidyavihar and CSMT, halting at Kurla, Sion, Matunga, Dadar, Parel, and Byculla stations. It had said that the CSMT to Chunabhatti/Bandra Down Harbour line will be affected from 11:40 am to 4:40 pm. Chunabhatti/Bandra to CSMT Up Harbour line will be affected from 11:10 am to 4:10 pm. During the block period, Down Harbour line services to Vashi/Belapur/Panvel and Bandra/Goregaon will be suspended. Up Harbour line services from Panvel/Belapur/Vashi and Goregaon/Bandra will also be suspended. However, special services will operate between Panvel and Kurla (Platform No.8) during the block period. Harbour line passengers are allowed to travel via Main Line and Western Railway from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm during the block period, the Central Railway had said in an earlier statement.
11 November,2023 09:48 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Mumbai local train updates: Mega block on CR suburban sections on Sunday
Mumbai local train updates: Central Railway’s Mumbai Division Friday announced a mega block on its suburban sections to facilitate various engineering and maintenance works on Sunday, November 12, 2023, a press release issued by Central Railway said. The mega block will affect services on the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) to Vidyavihar Up & Down slow lines from 10:55 am to 3:55 pm, it said. Diversions and Halts: Down slow services leaving CSMT from 10:48 am to 3:49 pm will be diverted on the Down fast line between CSMT and Vidyavihar stations. Trains will halt at Byculla, Parel, Dadar, Matunga, Sion, and Kurla stations, then rediverted on the Down slow line. Up slow services leaving Ghatkopar from 10:41 am to 3:52 pm will be diverted on the Up fast line between Vidyavihar and CSMT, halting at Kurla, Sion, Matunga, Dadar, Parel, and Byculla stations. Harbour Line Disruptions: CSMT to Chunabhatti/Bandra Down Harbour line will be affected from 11:40 am to 4:40 pm. Chunabhatti/Bandra to CSMT Up Harbour line will be affected from 11:10 am to 4:10 pm. During the block period, Down Harbour line services to Vashi/Belapur/Panvel and Bandra/Goregaon will be suspended. Up Harbour line services from Panvel/Belapur/Vashi and Goregaon/Bandra will also be suspended. However, special services will operate between Panvel and Kurla (Platform No.8) during the block period. Also read: Mumbai local train updates: No day block on Sunday, Western Railway to operate night jumbo block Harbour line passengers are allowed to travel via Main Line and Western Railway from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm during the block period. Meanwhile, the Western Railway on Friday said that there will be a no day block on Sunday and it will operate a night block between Churchgate and Mumbai Central (Local) stations. In an official statement, the Western Railway said that to carry out maintenance work of tracks, overhead and signalling equipment, a jumbo block of four hours will be taken on up and down fast lines between Churchgate and Mumbai Central (Local) station from 00.15 hrs to 04.15 hrs on Sunday, 12th November, 2023. According to a press release issued by Sumit Thakur, Chief Public Relations Officer of Western Railway, during the block period, all fast line trains will be operated on Slow line between Churchgate and Mumbai Central (Local). Some suburban trains will remain cancelled during the block. Detailed information to this effect is available with concerned Station Masters. The Western Railway said, "there will be no block in the day time over Western Railway Suburban Section on this Sunday, 12th November, 2023." Meanwhile, Owing to their popularity and commuters’ growing demand, Western Railway has decided to increase the number of AC local trains in the Mumbai Suburban Railway. With the introduction of 17 new services, the total number of AC trains will now rise from 79 to 96. To meet the demand of passengers on the Dahanu line, a pair of Dahanu Road to Andheri local trains is being extended to Churchgate. “For the benefit of passengers and to reduce crowding, 17 more AC services are being augmented over Western Railway. There will be no change in the total number of services; that is, the count is 1,394 services including the 96 AC local train services,” WR Chief Public Relations Officer Sumit Thakur says. Thakur adds that of the additional 17 services being introduced, nine are in the direction of Churchgate, while eight are in Virar’s direction. "There has been a substantial rise in the number of commuters traveling by AC local trains. Hence, for the benefit of passengers and to ease the crowd, 17 more AC services are being augmented over WR. These services will run as AC services from Monday to Friday and will run as non- AC services on Saturday & Sunday.
10 November,2023 10:16 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Mumbai local train updates: No day block on Sunday, WR to operate night block
Mumbai local train updates: The Western Railway on Friday said that there will be a no day block on Sunday and it will operate a night block between Churchgate and Mumbai Central (Local) stations. In an official statement, the Western Railway said that to carry out maintenance work of tracks, overhead and signalling equipment, a jumbo block of four hours will be taken on up and down fast lines between Churchgate and Mumbai Central (Local) station from 00.15 hrs to 04.15 hrs on Sunday, 12th November, 2023. According to a press release issued by Sumit Thakur, Chief Public Relations Officer of Western Railway, during the block period, all fast line trains will be operated on Slow line between Churchgate and Mumbai Central (Local). Some suburban trains will remain cancelled during the block. Detailed information to this effect is available with concerned Station Masters. The Western Railway said, "there will be no block in the day time over Western Railway Suburban Section on this Sunday, 12th November, 2023." Meanwhile, Owing to their popularity and commuters’ growing demand, Western Railway has decided to increase the number of AC local trains in the Mumbai Suburban Railway. With the introduction of 17 new services, the total number of AC trains will now rise from 79 to 96. To meet the demand of passengers on the Dahanu line, a pair of Dahanu Road to Andheri local trains is being extended to Churchgate. “For the benefit of passengers and to reduce crowding, 17 more AC services are being augmented over Western Railway. There will be no change in the total number of services; that is, the count is 1,394 services including the 96 AC local train services,” WR Chief Public Relations Officer Sumit Thakur says. Thakur adds that of the additional 17 services being introduced, nine are in the direction of Churchgate, while eight are in Virar’s direction. "There has been a substantial rise in the number of commuters traveling by AC local trains. Hence, for the benefit of passengers and to ease the crowd, 17 more AC services are being augmented over WR. These services will run as AC services from Monday to Friday and will run as non- AC services on Saturday & Sunday.
10 November,2023 06:21 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent