Mumbai Mega Block: 470 Local Trains Cancelled, Express Timings Changed for 6th Line Work

• Western Railway announces a 30-day mega block for final 6th line work between Kandivali and Borivali, until Jan 18, 2026.
• Approximately 80 local train services will be cancelled daily, totaling 470 cancellations in 6 days, causing increased crowding.
• Changes in Express train schedules include temporary cancellation of some Borivali stoppages and new stoppages at Andheri and Vasai Road.
• The work involves laying new tracks, installing signaling systems, and connecting overhead wires for the crucial 6th line.
• Completion by Jan 2026 will provide a separate line for Mail and Express trains, improving local train punctuality and capacity.

Why It Matters: Mumbai faces 30-day mega block with 470 local cancellations for crucial 6th line work.