Mumbai Adds 14 New AC Local Trains for Better Commutes

Aman Sharma

2 months ago

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Mumbai Gets 14 New AC Local Train Services to Improve Daily Commute

In a big boost for Mumbai ‘s daily commuters, 14 new air-conditioned (AC) local train services will soon be added. These new services will be integrated into the existing system within the next month.

Total AC Services to Rise to 80 During Peak Hours

Currently, there are 66 AC services running in the city. With the new additions, this number will rise to 80 during peak hours. This increase is designed to meet growing demand and reduce crowding during rush hours.

New Services Across Central and Trans Harbour Lines

Out of the 14 new services, Central Railway will introduce 12 AC trains on its main line. These trains will operate between CSMT and places like Kalyan, Kasara, and Khopoli.

Additionally, two new AC services will run on the Trans Harbour line. These will connect Panvel and Thane, improving cross-city travel and reducing pressure on existing trains.

Better Connectivity, No Extra Charges

The new AC services aim to offer more choices for commuters. As a result, people can travel more comfortably and efficiently. Despite the improvements, passengers won’t face any fare hike. The railways confirmed that prices will remain unchanged.

This step will make AC travel more accessible to daily commuters. It will also encourage more people to shift from regular trains to modern, air-conditioned ones.

Railways Working on Major Infrastructure Upgrades

Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw recently announced that the government is working on improving Mumbai’s local train system. The upgrade includes better trains, advanced technology, and stronger infrastructure.

One of the biggest developments is the introduction of Kavach 5.0, an Automatic Train Protection (ATP) system. It helps trains operate safely and maintain speed limits. If the driver fails to apply brakes in time, the system does it automatically.

Kavach 5.0 Will Increase Train Frequency by 30%

Kavach 5.0 is being designed with Mumbai’s specific needs in mind. Once it’s ready by December, it will reduce the gap between two trains by 30 percent. That means trains can run more frequently, offering more services every day.

Currently, Mumbai’s suburban network handles over 3,500 trains daily, carrying nearly 80 lakh passengers. With Kavach 5.0, the system can add even more trains without compromising safety.

Ongoing Mega Block Affects Local Train Services

While the city gears up for better train services, Western Railway is currently laying girders for a new bridge between Mahim and Bandra. To carry out this work, a mega block is in place from April 11 to April 13, causing a major disruption in services.

Block Timings and Service Changes

April 11 Night:

Block starts at 11:00 pm and ends at 8:30 am.
After 10:23 pm, all down slow trains from Churchgate and up slow trains to Churchgate will use the fast line.
These trains will not stop at Mahalaxmi, Lower Parel, Prabhadevi, Matunga Road, Mahim, and Khar Road.
Last train from Virar to Churchgate will leave at 12:05 am.
Services between Goregaon and Bandra will be diverted to the Harbour line.

12 April Morning:

First local from Bhayander to Churchgate leaves at 6:10 am.
First Borivali-Churchgate slow local departs at 8:03 am.
First Churchgate to Borivali fast local at 6:14 am.
First Churchgate to Virar fast local at 6:15 am.
First Churchgate to Borivali slow local at 8:03 am.

12 April Night:

Second block begins at 11:30 pm.
Slow line block ends at 9:00 am, fast line block ends at 8:00 am.
Trains between Churchgate and Dadar will run on the fast line.
Trains from Dahanu Road, Virar, Nalasopara, Vasai Road, Bhayander, and Borivali will terminate at Andheri.
Last Churchgate-Virar local leaves at 10:53 pm.

April 13 Morning:

First Virar-Churchgate slow local at 8:08 am.
First Bhayander-Churchgate at 8:24 am.
First Virar-Churchgate fast local at 8:18 am.
First Churchgate-Virar fast local at 9:03 am.

Over 500 Trains Affected by the Block

Western Railway will cancel 334 suburban trains and partially cancel 185 others over the two days. To manage the rush, it will run 110 extra services. It will also partially cancel 9 long-distance trains and reschedule or regulate 11 more.

Mumbai’s local train system is getting much-needed upgrades. With the launch of new AC trains and advanced systems like Kavach 5.0, travel will soon become safer, faster, and more comfortable. Despite the temporary disruption due to the bridge work, commuters can look forward to a smoother journey in the near future.