December 24, 2025: Western Railway (WR) is preparing to add a major new node to Mumbai’s long-distance rail network with the commissioning of a fourth terminus at Jogeshwari. According to an Indian Express report, Phase I of the project is scheduled to be operational by June 2026, while the complete facility is expected to be ready by March 2027.
The proposed terminus, with an estimated investment of Rs 76.48 crore, is aimed at decongesting some of Mumbai’s busiest long-distance stations, including Dadar, Mumbai Central, and Bandra Terminus. By redistributing train operations, the new facility is expected to significantly ease passenger load and improve operational efficiency across the Western Railway network.
The terminus is being developed at the existing auxiliary terminal (AT) yard in Jogeshwari. At present, this yard is used only for stabling trains and does not cater to passenger services. Once upgraded, it will be fully integrated into Mumbai’s long-distance railway system and is projected to handle up to 24 trains per day after both phases are completed.
The project was originally planned for completion by December 2024, but progress was delayed due to site-related challenges and contractual issues. Despite these setbacks, work has regained momentum under a revised timeline.
Phase I involves the construction of a coaching terminal featuring two passenger platforms—one located on the station side and another positioned between tracks. This configuration will allow three long-distance trains to be handled simultaneously. Upon commissioning, Phase I alone is expected to accommodate 12 pairs of long-distance trains daily.
Phase II, approved under WR’s 2024–25 umbrella plan, will further expand capacity by adding passenger platform, two more tracks, and essential infrastructure such as a pit line and a shunting neck. These enhancements will streamline train operations and improve turnaround times.
With the completion of Phase II by March 2027, the Jogeshwari terminus is set to play a crucial role in strengthening Mumbai’s long-distance rail connectivity and easing pressure on existing terminals.
