The Central Railway’s Mumbai Division has scheduled a significant maintenance operation to keep its railway network safe and efficient. On Sunday, September 10, a mega block will be in effect to facilitate essential engineering and maintenance work. This article provides you with all the details you need to know about this planned disruption and how it might affect your travel plans.
Mega Block Details:
During the mega block, the following changes will be in place:
- Affected Routes: The mega block will primarily impact the ‘Up and Down Slow lines’ between Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus and Vidyavihar.ย
- Duration: The mega block will be operational from 10:55 am to 3:55 pm.ย
- Down Slow Line Services: Trains departing from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus Mumbai between 10:48 am and 3:49 pm will be diverted onto the Down fast line. These trains will make stops at Byculla, Parel, Dadar, Matunga, Sion, and Kurla stations before returning to the proper Down slow line at Vidyavihar Station.ย
- Up Slow Line Services: Trains leaving Ghatkopar between 10:41 am and 3:52 pm will be diverted onto the Up fast line between Vidyavihar and Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus stations. These trains will halt at Kurla, Sion, Matunga, Dadar, Parel, and Byculla Stations.ย
- Harbour Line Services: Services on the Panvel-Vashi Up and Down harbour line will be canceled between 11:05 am and 4:05 pm. This includes the BSU Line between Nerul and Kile and Trans harbour line between Turbhe and Nerul. Up Harbour line services from Panvel (10:33 am to 3.49 pm) and Down Harbour line services from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus Mumbai (9:45 am to 3.12 pm) will also be canceled.ย
- Trans Harbour Line Services: Both Up and Down Trans Harbour line services will be canceled during the mega block. Up services towards Thane from Panvel (11:02 am to 3.53 pm) and from Nerul (10.50 am to 4.09 pm), as well as Down services to Panvel from Thane (10.01 am to 3.20 pm) and from Thane to Nerul (10.55 am to 4.33 pm), will be affected.ย
Inconvenience Alert:
The Central Railway urges passengers to understand that this maintenance work is essential to ensure safe and reliable rail services. While these disruptions may cause inconvenience, they are necessary for the long-term well-being of the railway system.
Additional Lines Affected:
Apart from the aforementioned changes, several other lines will also be impacted:
- Down BSU line services towards Kharkopar leaving Nerul from 11.40 am to 3.45 pm will remain canceled.
- Down BSU line services to Kharkopar leaving Belapur will run as scheduled.
- Up BSU line services towards Nerul leaving Kharkopar from 12.25 pm to 4.25 pm will remain canceled.
- Up BSU line services to Belapur leaving Kharkopar will run as scheduled.
Alternate Options:
During the mega block period, commuters are advised to plan their journeys accordingly. Special suburban trains will operate on the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus Mumbai โ Vidyavihar section, and Trans Harbour line services will be available between Thane and Vashi stations.
Please be prepared for potential delays and plan your travels accordingly. The Central Railway appreciates your patience and cooperation during this maintenance period. Your safety and the continued smooth operation of the railway are their top priorities.
