Central Railways 63-hour Mega Block, Total cancellation of Suburban Services, Yatri App's Initiatives for easy commute

The Central Railway (CR) has announced a 63-hour mega block starting from midnight on May 30, 2024, for extensive platform extension and widening works on the Mumbai network. This will significantly impact local train services and the schedules of millions of commuters. 

The mega block today will be operated in two phases:

◈ Thane Block: A 63-hour block for the widening of Platform 5/6 at Thane station, starting from midnight on May 30, 2024, and concluding at 3:30 PM on June 2, 2024. This block will affect the UP Slow Line, DN Fast Line, and UP Fast Line between Kalva and Thane.

◈ CSMT Block: A 36-hour block for Non-interlocking (NI) works in connection with the extension of platforms 10/11 at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT), starting from midnight on May 31, 2024, and concluding at 12:30 PM on June 2, 2024. This block will affect the UP and DOWN Harbour lines between CSMT and Vadala Road, UP and DOWN slow lines between CSMT and Byculla, and UP and DOWN fast lines between CSMT and Byculla.

Impact on Train Services

Cancellation of Suburban Services:

A total of 930 suburban services will be cancelled during the block period, with 161 services on May 31, 534 services on June 1, and 235 services on June 2.

The complete list is available on the Yatri app. 

Short Termination of Suburban Services:

A total of 444 suburban services will be short terminated during the block period, with 7 services on May 31, 306 services on June 1, and 131 services on June 2.

The complete list is available on the Yatri app. 

Short Origination of Suburban Services:

446 suburban services will short-originate during the block period, with 307 services on June 1 and 139 services on June 2.

The complete list is available on the Yatri app. 

Central Railway's Mega Block: How Yatri App Makes Commuting Easier

The Central Railway (CR) has announced a 63-hour mega block starting from midnight on May 30, 2024, for extensive platform extension and widening works on the Mumbai network. This significant infrastructure upgrade will impact local train services and schedules, affecting millions of commuters. To help users navigate this period, Yatri app, the official app for railways, has taken several initiatives to simplify commute planning.

Yatri App's Initiatives

     ❊ Prior Information about Train Cancellation Status:

The Yatri app will provide users with prior information about train cancellation status for the next day, ensuring that commuters are well-prepared for any disruptions.

    ❊ Customized Notifications:

Users who have marked their favorite trains on the app will receive customized notifications about train cancellations, keeping them informed and up-to-date.

    ❊ Daily Live View of Cancellation Due to Mega Block:

The app will provide a daily live view of cancellation status, allowing users to track the latest updates and plan their journeys accordingly.

    ❊ Dedicated Section for Train Updates:

The Yatri app has dedicated a section for "Train Updates" to publish information received from Central Railway about the mega block, ensuring that users have easy access to the latest information.

How Yatri App Makes Commuting Easier during upcoming Mega block:

By providing these initiatives, Yatri app simplifies commute planning for users, making it easier to navigate the disruptions caused by the mega block. Instead of referring to the cancelled trains list, users can rely on the app for easier access to information, reducing the stress and inconvenience associated with commute planning.

Request to Commuters

The CR has requested commuters to avoid non-essential travel during this period and to work from home if possible to reduce passenger congestion. The Railways has also coordinated with BEST and MSRTC to provide additional bus services for passenger convenience.

Conclusion

The upcoming Special Mega block by Central Railway is a significant infrastructure upgrade that will improve the overall commuter experience. Yatri app's initiatives to provide prior information, customized notifications, daily live updates, and a dedicated section for train updates make it an essential tool for commuters during this period. By leveraging these features, users can plan their journeys more effectively and minimize disruptions caused by the megablock.