Jogeshwari Terminus First Phase Opens June 2026; Mumbaikars to Benefit from Reduced Crowding

• The first phase of the Jogeshwari Terminus is set to open for passenger services in June 2026, after delays from its initial December 2024 target.
• This new terminus will significantly reduce passenger congestion at Dadar, Mumbai Central, and Bandra termini, benefiting Mumbaikars.
• Jogeshwari Terminus will be Western Railway's fourth terminus in Mumbai, with the entire project costing approximately 76.48 crore rupees.
• Work is progressing rapidly, with full project completion expected by March 2027, enabling regular long-distance train operations.
• The first phase includes two passenger platforms to handle three long-distance trains simultaneously, with future expansion planned.

Why It Matters: Jogeshwari Terminus's first phase in June 2026 will ease Mumbai's rail congestion.