Central Railway (CR) requests BEST (Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport) and MSRTC to run extra buses. CR aims to minimize inconvenience during the 36-hour mega block at CSMT on June 1 and 2.
Measures Taken by CR for Smooth Commute
- CR advises government and private offices to operate with minimal staff or offer work from home options.
- Services between CSMT-Byculla and CSMT-Vadala to be cancelled; additional buses requested for alternate routes.
Additional Bus Services and Timings
- BEST to run 486 extra buses from Friday to Sunday.
- Detailed list of additional BEST services provided for commuters’ convenience.
CR’s Response to Concerns
- CR explains the need for the block and appeals to people to travel only if necessary.
- President of Upanagariya Railway Pravasi Mahasangh criticizes CR’s timing, citing inconvenience to commuters.
Details of the Mega Block
- 930 suburban trains and 72 mail express trains to be cancelled during the block.
- Mega block for platform expansion and yard renovation work at CSMT to start at 12.30 am on Saturday.
CR’s efforts to minimize disruption during the mega block demonstrate a commitment to commuter comfort.
Source : freepressjournal
