WR Expands Parking to Boost Revenue and Connectivity

13 Aug 2025 CW Team

The Mumbai Central Division of Western Railway (WR) has identified 15 new parking sites to be rolled out over the 2024–2025 and 2025–2026 financial years, covering more than 12,000 square metres. The move aims to ease mounting demand for parking at railway stations, particularly in far-suburban areas where last-mile connectivity remains a challenge.

Most of the new sites have already been commissioned, while the remainder are expected to become operational shortly. At present, WR operates 22 parking facilities across 25,837 square metres, generating around Rs 75.2 million annually, highlighting parking as a key source of non-fare revenue.

In line with its sustainable mobility goals, WR has also set up eight two-wheeler parking-cum-electric vehicle (EV) charging stations at Dadar (three), and one each at Prabhadevi, Mumbai Central, Bandra, Vile Parle, and Andheri. These eco-friendly facilities, spanning 2,876 square metres, bring in an additional Rs 7.288 million annually.

Bandra Terminus remains the top revenue earner, with its dedicated parking and vehicle stacking facility generating Rs 15.2 million a year.

During 2024–2025, nine new parking sites were introduced between Churchgate and Virar. This year, six more have been identified, with two already operational and the rest due to open in the coming months.

Railway officials say the expanded parking network will not only improve commuter convenience but also strengthen WR’s non-fare revenue base. “This initiative is part of a broader plan to enhance passenger amenities while adopting sustainable and commercially viable solutions,” a senior WR official said.

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