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Mumbai:Celebrations of the forthcoming auspicious occasion of Ganpati Festival has reached early for Mumbaikars this year especially for frequent travelers of Konkan region and Goa. In a quest to provide enhanced train connectivity to the Konkan region, Western Railway is all set to commence a new Bi-Weekly train service between Bandra Terminus and Madgaon stations.
Minister of Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal, Minister of Railways, Information and Broadcasting & Electronics and Information Technology, Ashwini Vaishnaw and Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra, Devendra Fadnavis will flag off the inaugural run of the new train service from Borivali railway station on Thursday, 29th August, 2024 at 1.25 pm.
"The new train number 10115/10116 Bandra Terminus - Madgaon Express marks a significant step towards enhancing connectivity between Mumbai’s bustling western suburban area and the scenic coastal belt of Maharashtra and the city of Madgaon. With the commencement of this train service, residents of Mumbai’s western suburbs will have direct connectivity to the Konkan region. This step will be an additional benefit for travellers during festive seasons. This train will provide a direct, affordable, and convenient travel option" said an official of WR.
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"The new train service will be an absolute hit among tourists as the train chugs through the picturesque Sahyadri mountain range, also known as the Western Ghats. The bi-weekly service will also aid in enhancing economic activities along the route, benefitting local businesses, tourism, and trade in the nearby regions" he added.
In its inaugural run, the train will be flagged from Borivali station as Train No. 09167 Borivali – Madgaon Special. This train will depart from Borivali on 29th August, 2024 at 1.25 pm and will reach Madgaon at 04.00 am, the next day. It will halt at Vasai Road, Bhiwandi Road, Panvel, Roha, Veer, Chiplun, Ratnagiri, Kankavli, Sindhudurg, Sawantwadi Road, Thivim and Karmali stations. The train will comprise of AC 2-Tier, AC 3-Tier, AC 3- Tier (Economy) Class, Sleeper Class and General Second Class coaches. The booking of inaugural run is open at all PRS counters and on IRCTC website.
However regular run of Train No. 10115 Bandra Terminus - Madgaon Express will commence from 04th September, 2024. It will depart from Bandra Terminus every Wednesday and Friday at 06:50 am and will reach Madgaon at 10 pm the same day.
Similarly, the regular run of Train No. 10116 Madgaon - Bandra Terminus Express will commence from 03rd September, 2024. It will depart from Madgaon every Tuesday and Thursday at 07:40 am and will arrive Bandra Terminus at 11:40 pm, the same day. Enroute this train will halt at Borivali, Vasai Road, Bhiwandi Road, Panvel, Roha, Veer, Chiplun, Ratnagiri, Kankavli, Sindhudurg, Sawantwadi Road, Thivim and Karmali station in both directions.
It comprises of AC 2 Tier, AC 3 Tier, AC 3 Tier Economy, Sleeper Class, and General Second Class Coaches.Booking for Train No. 10115 will open from 29th August, 2024 at all PRS counters and on IRCTC website.
"The introduction of the bi-weekly train service between Bandra Terminus and Madgaon underscores Indian Railways’ commitment to improving regional connectivity and enhancing the travel experience. By offering a direct and frequent travel option, this service is poised to become a vital link for local and tourists, while also promoting economic growth in the region. Western Railway remains dedicated to expanding its services to meet the evolving needs of travelers, ensuring that journeys are not just efficient, but also comfortable and environmentally responsible"said an official.
