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The inauguration of two new railway lines between Thane and Diva stations in Mumbai has failed to ease travel for suburban rail commuters. Despite the potential to run up to 100 more local trains, only 36 new services have been introduced. Commuters are demanding that the railway authorities make better use of the new infrastructure. The delays in completing the project led to escalating costs, with ₹620 crore ($82.9 million) spent when it was ready in 2022. Railway officials have said there are no plans to add more suburban trains at present. | Mumbai news ....
Around 160 Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport (BEST) buses remained off the roads in Mumbai as over 500 bus drivers on wet lease went on strike demanding a salary hike. The strike resulted in fewer buses on the road and affected over 20 bus routes, causing inconvenience to commuters. The drivers are also demanding better amenities at bus depots. BEST, which ferries over 33 lakh commuters, has not disclosed the impact on its services. The administration plans to scrap 541 buses from its fleet by the end of the financial year. | Mumbai news ....
The Kalwa level crossing gate has delayed and detained hundreds of trains every single day on the mainline. Now the locals have got a new Road Over Bridge as a replacement. ....
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