Harbour line services disrupted as empty local train derails during trial run at CSMT. Commuters express frustration over the timing of the trial run on a weekday, suggesting conducting such tests during off-peak hours to avoid disruptions. Passengers stranded, forced to find alternative transportation. Central Railway faces criticism for the incident.
Harbour line services faced disruption as a local train coach derailed at CSMT station, causing a temporary halt in operations. The incident occurred at 11:35 am, with no reported injuries among passengers. Central Railway announced adjustments, limiting trains bound for CSMT to Masjid station and Harbour line services to Wadala-Masjid route until restoration work is completed. Stranded passengers sought alternative transport options amidst the disruption.
Trains on the Harbour line on the Panvel-Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus route have been affected due to derailment of a local train. | Mumbai news
The Harbour Line services of Central Railway were severely affected on Monday afternoon after a coach of a local train derailed at 11.43 am while entering platform number 2 of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT), Central Railway officials said.