Particle.news
Download on the App Store
3 ARTICLES
·
last wk.

Western Railway Announces 35-Hour Mega Block for Bridge Upgrades in Mumbai

The block, scheduled from April 26 to April 28, will result in over 160 train cancellations and operational changes for suburban and long-distance services.

WR to cancel more than 163 train services between Apr 26-28 for bridge work
Image

Overview

  • The 35-hour mega block will begin at 1 pm on Friday, April 26, and end at midnight on Sunday, April 28, impacting train services between Kandivali and Borivali.
  • The block is being implemented for the re-girdering of Bridge No. 61 on the 5th line, Carshed line, and Kandivali Traffic Yard line as part of ongoing infrastructure upgrades.
  • A total of 163 suburban train services will be canceled during the block, with 73 cancellations on April 26 and 90 on April 27.
  • Mail and Express trains typically running on the 5th line will be diverted to fast lines, while four long-distance trains will terminate or originate at alternative stations like Bhayandar and Vasai.
  • The upgrades aim to enhance the rail network's capacity for accommodating future growth, while main Slow and Fast lines will remain operational to minimize disruptions.