Western Railway: 15-coach local trains to extend to Dahanu Road; April implementation likely

• Western Railway plans to extend 15-coach local train service from Churchgate-Virar to Dahanu Road, likely starting April.
• Infrastructure improvements, including platform widening at Umroli and Virar stations, facilitate the extension.
• The Dahanu-Vadodara Intercity Express may be shifted to free up a platform at Dahanu for 15-coach trains.
• MP Dr. Hemant Savra advocated for the extension and increased services for 2.5 lakh daily passengers.
• Demand for 15-coach, AC local trains, and an early morning 4 am service for commuters on the Dahanu-Virar route.

Why It Matters: Passengers will benefit from safer, quicker, and more convenient Western Railway travel.