Vande Metro AC Local Coming to Mumbai: 18-Coach Trains to Ease Crowds

• Mumbai to get its first prototype AC Vande Metro local in the next two and a half years.
• New trains promise higher capacity, faster speeds, and modern facilities compared to existing AC locals.
• Initially 12 coaches, the Vande Metro will expand to 15 and then 18 coaches to meet passenger demand.
• Enhanced safety features include CCTVs (inside and outside), an emergency talk bank, and a passenger emergency alarm.
• An automatic air control system will adjust based on the number of passengers for optimal comfort.