Mumbai Local Train Update: Harbour Line Services Between Goregaon and CSMT Suspended for 3 Months Due to Demolition of Old Bandra-Khar Bridge
Commuters on Mumbai’s Harbour Line face significant disruptions as local train services between Goregaon and Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) have been suspended for the next three months. The suspension, which began this week, is a direct result of the planned demolition of the aging Bandra-Khar bridge.
Mumbai, February 6: Commuters on Mumbai’s Harbour Line face significant disruptions as local train services between Goregaon and Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) have been suspended for the next three months. The Mumbai local train service suspension, which began this week, is a direct result of the planned demolition of the aging Bandra-Khar bridge. Railway authorities have confirmed that the block is necessary to ensure safety during the dismantling of the old structure and the subsequent reconstruction of a new bridge.
The three-month suspension is expected to impact thousands of daily office-goers who rely on the Harbour Line extension for direct connectivity between the Western suburbs and South Mumbai. While Western Line services between Goregaon and Churchgate continue to operate as scheduled, the specific corridor connecting the Harbour Line tracks at Bandra to Goregaon remains closed. Railway officials stated that the 90-day window is essential due to the technical complexity of working over live high-voltage overhead wires and active railway tracks. MHADA Lottery 2026: Online Registration for 120 Flats in Mumbai Delayed.
Reason for the Suspension
The primary objective of this project is the demolition of the century-old road overbridge (ROB) situated between Bandra and Khar stations. The structure had been declared distressed by structural engineers, necessitating an immediate replacement to prevent any potential mishaps.
The demolition process requires the complete removal of heavy girders and concrete slabs. Because the bridge spans across multiple lines, including the Harbour Line tracks, running trains during the heavy lifting phases was deemed a high-risk factor for both passengers and workers. How To Download Bharat Taxi App.
Alternative Arrangements for Commuters
To minimise the inconvenience caused by the halt, Western Railway has issued guidelines for passengers:
- Ticket Validity: Harbour Line pass holders between Goregaon and Bandra are permitted to travel via the Western Main Line (Churchgate-bound trains) during the block period.
- Increased Frequency: Efforts are being made to increase the frequency of Harbour Line services starting from Bandra and Andheri to CSMT to cater to the shifted passenger load.
- Bus Services: The Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport (BEST) undertaking has been requested to run additional buses on routes paralleling the Goregaon-Bandra stretch.
Project Timeline and Future Benefits
The demolition and the first phase of the new bridge construction are slated to be completed by May 2026. Once the new bridge is functional, it will feature wider lanes and improved load-bearing capacity, easing traffic congestion for motorists in the Western suburbs.
Railway authorities have urged commuters to plan their journeys in advance and check the official M-Indicator or Western Railway social media handles for daily schedule adjustments. "We understand the hardship this causes, but the safety of the bridge structure is paramount for both rail and road users," a Western Railway spokesperson said.
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