MRVC Revives Plan For Direct Local Train Services Between Virar & Panvel
Mumbai commuters may soon benefit from direct local train services between Virar and Panvel as the Mumbai Rail Vikas Corporation (MRVC) has reintroduced the Panvel-Vasai Suburban Railway Project under Mumbai Urban Transport Project (MUTP) 3B. Once operational, the route is expected to enhance East-West connectivity and extend services to Virar. The plan includes constructing a […]
Mumbai’s CSMT Revamp Raises Fears Of Heritage Loss
Concerns about the disregard for India’s railway legacy are intensifying as the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) is undergoing extensive renovations to become a world-class railway hub. One concerning example is the decommissioning of Sir Leslie Wilson, the nation’s first electric locomotive, which formerly represented India’s groundbreaking foray into railway electrification. Previously housed in the […]
CRMS Hunger Strike at CSMT Over Unsafe Conditions for Women Workers
To draw attention to the dearth of separate restrooms and unfavourable working conditions for female assistant loco pilots (ALPs) and track maintainers, the Central Railway Mazdoor Sangh (CRMS) organised a symbolic one-day hunger strike at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) on Tuesday. Several female ALPs and track maintainers participated in the demonstration, which was organised […]
Central Railway Advances Mumbai Track Upgrades: 65 km Replaced Since April
The Central Railway has made significant strides in its Mumbai track replacement project, installing 65 km of new tracks since April 2024. The initiative aims to replace 126 km of ageing tracks by April 2025, focusing on critical routes such as Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus to Kalyan, Kalyan to Lonavala, Kalyan to Igatpuri, and the […]
Mumbai CSMT Redevelopment: Progress and Pending in Rs 2450 Cr Project
According to a source, the redevelopment of the city’s famous Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) has made 15% progress, with the excavation work for the new Divisional Railway Manager (DRM) building 95% finished. For the CSMT 2.0 project, Indian Railways has promised travellers an airport-like experience. In south Mumbai, there will be enough for both […]
Railway Minister Unveils Rs 16,240 Crore Plan for Mumbai CSMT Redevelopment
On Friday, Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw declared that the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) Railway Station in Mumbai would be redeveloped. In order to strike a balance between historical value and current requirements, the project intends to maintain the station’s legacy while adding contemporary amenities. Old buildings have been removed to make room for new […]
Ashwini Vaishnaw Unveils Rs 16,240 Crore Rail Boost For CSMT Redevelopment
On Friday, Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw declared that the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) Railway Station in Mumbai would be redeveloped. To strike a balance between historical value and current requirements, the project intends to maintain the station’s legacy while adding contemporary amenities. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, CSMT is being renovated to improve the […]
Mumbai Central Terminal getting Remodeled for INR 1,500 Crore to Improve Passenger Comfort
Six years from reaching its centennial, Mumbai Central Terminus is about to embark on a massive makeover expected to cost INR 1,500 crore. The 32.5-acre station property will be remodeled by the Rail Land Development Authority (RLDA) to accommodate the anticipated increase in foot traffic, offer a range of passenger amenities, enhance connectivity with other […]
Metro-11 Construction Cannot Begin: MMRCL Denies
It has been made clear by the Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation Limited (MMRCL) that construction on Metro-11, which is anticipated to link Wadala with the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT), has not yet started. The completion of the Metro-11 corridor’s Detailed Project Report (DPR) is ongoing. Project Status: In a statement, MMRCL refuted rumors that […]
Mumbai Metro barricades are removed, freeing up 63% of city roads
Due to the underground Metro 3 project, barricades have been preventing access to various parts of the city for the past seven or eight years. These are now being taken down piece by piece; the barricades on D N Road were partially removed a fortnight ago, for instance. Local store owners who suffered because their […]