Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar-Mumbai Rail Travel to Speed Up, Save 30 Mins

• Ministry of Railways sanctions ₹10,154 crore for 3rd and 4th lines between Manmad and Kasara.
• The 135-kilometer project aims for completion within five years, reducing travel time significantly.
• New lines will eliminate the need for additional engines (bankers) in Kasara Ghat, saving 25-30 minutes.
• Nashik to Mumbai travel will be reduced to three hours, strengthening prospects for local train services.
• Benefits extend to trains from Nanded, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, and North India, speeding up freight.