Mumbai Gears Up for 2026: Overnight Metro, Special Trains & Buses for NYE

• Mumbai's transport authorities announce an unprecedented plan for New Year's Eve 2026, including the first-ever overnight operation of Metro Line 3.
• The Aqua Line (Cuffe Parade to Aarey JVLR) will run continuously from 10:30 pm on Dec 31 to 5:55 am on Jan 1, 2026.
• Central and Western Railway will operate special suburban services through the night, with multiple departures from CSMT and Churchgate.
• BEST will deploy additional buses on routes to popular beaches and heritage tour buses in South Mumbai will run into early hours.
• The integrated plan aims to ensure smooth, safe, and hassle-free travel, reducing road congestion for New Year's celebrations.

Why It Matters: Mumbai implements an extensive overnight transport network for NYE 2026, ensuring safe and smooth celebrations.