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News1811-01-2026, 07:30

Mumbai's First Non-AC Local with Closed Doors Ready After Mumbra Tragedy

  • Central Railway to introduce Mumbai's first non-AC local train with automatic closed doors.
  • The move follows the deadly Mumbra accident in June 2025, which caused five deaths and eight injuries.
  • Photos of the new train circulating online show automatic doors similar to metro trains.
  • The train will likely run on the CSMT-Kalyan route during peak hours after extensive trials.
  • Concerns about air circulation have been addressed by officials, stating coaches will be interconnected for ventilation.

Why It Matters: Mumbai's first non-AC local with automatic closed doors is ready, aiming to enhance safety after the Mumbra accident.

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