Mumbai Local Train Update: A significant Non-Interlocking (NI) block will take place at Lower Parel station during the night of December 27 and 28, 2024, to facilitate the commissioning of a new Electronic Interlocking (EI) panel. The block is scheduled from 11:30 PM on Friday until 4:30 AM on Saturday, lasting for five hours.
Mumbai Local Train Unavailable At THESE Stations
According to a Free Press Journal report, during this period, all Slow line trains will be redirected to the Fast lines between Mumbai Central and Mahim stations. Consequently, local train services will be unavailable at Mahalaxmi, Lower Parel, Prabhadevi, Matunga Road and Mahim.
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An official stated, "In addition, some local trains on the UP and DOWN Slow lines will be cancelled due to the block. Passengers are advised to take note of these changes and plan their travel accordingly."
This block is part of ongoing modernisation efforts at Lower Parel station, aimed at enhancing the efficiency and capacity of the suburban railway network. Passengers are encouraged to remain informed about the service disruptions and consider alternative travel arrangements during this time.
Mumbai Weather Forecast
Meanwhile, Mumbai's weather on December 27 will be partly cloudy, with temperatures ranging from 21 degrees Celsius in the morning to 31 degrees Celsius during the day, as per the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The air quality is a concern, with an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 129, indicating poor air quality that may impact visibility. The sun will rise at 7:09 AM and set at 6:09 PM. The weather forecast for the coming days includes partly cloudy skies and temperatures varying between 19 degrees Celsius to 32 degrees Celsius on December 28 and clear skies with temperatures reaching up to 34 degrees Celsius on December 29 and 30.