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Mumbai's Public Transport Set for Major Overhaul with New AC Trains, Smart Card, and Station Upgrades

Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announces transformative projects, including 238 AC trains, the 'Mumbai One' smart card, and redevelopment of 132 railway stations to international standards.

The new card will allow people to book tickets on different modes of transport in Mumbai.
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Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw briefs the media on Union cabinet decisions.
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Overview

  • The Indian government has approved 238 new air-conditioned trains for Mumbai's suburban network to enhance commuter comfort and efficiency.
  • The 'Mumbai One' smart card, launching in a month, will provide seamless travel across metro, local trains, buses, and monorail in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region.
  • 132 railway stations in Maharashtra, including Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT), will be redeveloped with modern, commuter-friendly designs inspired by global standards like London's King's Cross Station.
  • The ₹4,819 crore Gondia-Balharshah line doubling project will create a key north-south rail corridor, boosting connectivity and economic growth in Vidarbha and Marathwada.
  • Railway infrastructure investment in Maharashtra under PM Modi's government has surged to ₹1.73 lakh crore, marking a twentyfold increase over previous administrations.