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Mumbai Monorail Coach Derails During CBTC Test at Wadala Depot as Probe Focuses on Switch Fault

The trial formed part of CBTC upgrades by contractor Medha, and investigators are examining whether a switching or signalling failure caused the tilt.

Overview

  • MMMOCL said the derailment occurred during a protected, no‑passenger trial near Wadala–GTB Nagar and called it a minor incident.
  • PTI and civic sources reported three staff injuries, contradicting the operator’s statement that no one was hurt.
  • Preliminary accounts suggest the guideway switch may have moved while the rake was on it, pointing to a possible recognition or communication failure.
  • The affected coach sustained major undercarriage and bogie damage and was later removed using a heavy‑duty crane.
  • Passenger services have been suspended since September 20 for fleet renewal and CBTC installation, and a formal technical inquiry is underway.