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Time of India
2 days ago
- Time of India
Mumbai megablock alert: Mail/Express trains diverted, local services hit on Central Railway's Main and Harbour lines today
MUMBAI: Central Railway, Mumbai Division, is undertaking a megablock on its suburban sections for carrying out various engineering and maintenance works today. On the main line, the block is on the 5th and 6th lines between Vidyavihar and Thane stations from 8 am to 1.30 pm. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Due to the block, there will be diversions of Mail/Express trains, including LTT-bound trains, to be re-diverted on the 6th line at Vidyavihar station. The trains diverted today include Train No 11010 Pune-CSMT Sinhagad Express, Train No 12124 Pune-CSMT Deccan Queen, Train No 13201 Patna-LTT Express, Train No 17221 Kakinada-LTT Express, Train No 12126 Pune-CSMT Pragati Express, Train No 12140 Nagpur-CSMT Express, Train No 22226 Solapur-CSMT Vande Bharat Express, Train No 12168 Banaras-LTT Express, Train No 12321 Howrah-CSMT Express, Train No 12812 Hatia-LTT Express, and Train No 11012 Solapur-CSMT Vande Bharat Express. On the Harbour line, the block is on the Up and Down lines between Panvel and Vashi stations (excluding the PORT line) from 11.05 am to 4.05 pm today. Special local trains will run on the CSMT Mumbai-Vashi section during the block period. Trans-harbour line services will be available between Thane-Vashi/Nerul stations during the block period. PORT line services will be available between Belapur/Nerul and Uran stations during the block period. "These maintenance mega blocks are essential for infrastructure upkeep and safety. Passengers are requested to bear with the Railway Administration for the inconvenience caused," added CR Chief Spokesperson Swapnil Nila.
Time of India
25-05-2025
- General
- Time of India
CR dismantles the last British-era overhead line portal at Vidyavihar
Mumbai: In a significant milestone towards modernising Mumbai's suburban railway infrastructure, Central Railway's Mumbai division announced on Sunday evening that it successfully dismantled the last remaining three-track British-type Direct Current underslung portal at Vidyavihar station (see pic). An underslung portal is a type of overhead line (OHE) structure where the wire that carries electrical power to the train is suspended below the supporting structure. This 100-year-old portal was replaced by a modern three-span overlap system, thereby enhancing the reliability of the OHE, a senior official said. The British-type DC underslung portals were iconic symbols of early railway electrification in India. Their phased removal marks the end of an era and the beginning of a more robust and efficient railway network. The project to remove these old portals began in 2012, and with this final dismantling, all 22 such portals along the CSMT–Kalyan suburban main line have now been removed. "This achievement reflects Central Railway's commitment to safety, reliability, and modernisation of railway infrastructure. This work was completed with meticulous planning and dedicated efforts by the Mumbai Division's TRD team, ensuring minimal disruption to train operations," added CR Chief Spokesperson Swapnil Nila. tnn
Time of India
11-05-2025
- General
- Time of India
Brace for megablocks on Central Railway; no day block on Western Railway today
MUMBAI: Central Railway, Mumbai Division will operate megablock on its suburban sections carrying out various engineering and maintenance works today. On Main line, the block is on 5th and 6th lines between Vidyavihar and Thane from 8 am to 12.30 pm. There will be no day block on Western Railway today The Down Mail/ Express trains viz. Train no 11055,11061 and 16345 will be diverted on Down fast m line at Vidyavihar station and will be re-diverted on 5th line at Thane station and will run 10 to 15 minutes behind schedule during the block period. The Up Mail / Express trains viz. 11010, 12124, 13201, 17221, 12126, 12140 and 22226 will be diverted on Up fast line at Thane station and will be re-diverted on 6th line at Vidyavihar station and will run 10 to 15 minutes behind schedule during the block period. Operation Sindoor Armed forces maintaining strong vigil after Pak ceasefire breach: MEA Pakistan violates ceasefire: Loud explosions, sirens haunt J&K- what we know so far Behind the scenes of ceasefire: Calls from Pakistan, Washington On Harbour line, the block is from 11.10 am to 4.40 pm between CSMT Mumbai and Chunabhatti / Bandra stations Special services will run between Kurla-Panvel at 20 min frequency during the block period. Harbour line passengers are permitted to travel via Main Line and Western Railway till 6 pm today. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Mother's Day wishes , messages , and quotes !
