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First Mumbai Local Train With Dedicated Senior Citizen Coach Ready
The first suburban local train in Mumbai featuring a dedicated coach exclusively for senior citizens is now ready at the Matunga station. Designed by the Central Railway’s Matunga Workshop, this coach is similar to compartments reserved for luggage and physically challenged passengers. The workshop plans to modify the remaining 163 trains in the fleet by September 2026. The new train is expected to begin operations within this week.This dedicated compartment aims to ease the commuting difficulties faced by senior citizens, particularly during rush hours, providing a comfortable and safe trav..

Indian Railways Launches New Train Services to Boost Firozepur Connectivity
Indian Railways has introduced several new train services in Punjab’s Firozepur region to strengthen the rail network and address long-standing demands for better connectivity to important religious and commercial destinations.Starting from June, these new trains are expected to benefit thousands of passengers monthly by providing more direct routes, eliminating the need for long road journeys or multiple transfers.The Firozpur Railway Division, part of Northern Railway, manages operations in this border area and plays a crucial role in enhancing rail connectivity across Punjab and neighbour..

Railway Board Reviews Rs 3.65 billion Proposal for Key Southern Line
The Railway Board is currently assessing Southern Railway’s Rs 3.65 billion proposal to construct third and fourth railway lines along the 22.52-kilometre stretch between Attipattu and Gummidipoondi. This vital section forms part of the high-density Delhi–Chennai route and the Chennai–Visakhapatnam and Chennai–Bengaluru industrial corridors.Submitted under the national initiative for multi-tracking and bypass lines, the project aims to alleviate congestion and has received endorsements from key railway departments. Formal approval from the Railway Ministry is still awaited. Once sancti..