Central Railway: 12 new AC local trains launched to ease monsoon travel, check details
Central Railway has introduced 12 new air-conditioned (AC) local trains from June 29, 2026, to make commuting easier for passengers during the monsoon season. These services are an upgrade of existing non-AC trains to meet the growing demand on the Main Line. With this addition, the total number of AC local trains operating under Central Railway has reached 120.
Which routes will have the new AC local services?
The new services include 6 up-direction and 6 down-direction trains, covering peak morning and evening hours. The routes are as follows:
| Direction | Routes Covered |
|---|---|
| Up Direction | Titwala-CSMT, Ghatkopar-CSMT, Kurla-CSMT, Thane-CSMT, Kalyan-Kurla, Thane-Titwala |
| Down Direction | CSMT-Ghatkopar, CSMT-Kurla, CSMT-Thane, CSMT-Kalyan |
What are the operational timings and frequency?
According to CPRO Dr. Swapnil Nila, these AC local trains will operate from Monday to Saturday. On Sundays and notified public holidays, these specific services will run with non-AC rakes. This change only upgrades the type of train and does not increase the total number of suburban services, which remains at 1,820 on weekdays.
How many AC locals are now active on Central Railway?
The total count of AC local trains on the Central Railway network is now 120. This includes 92 services operating on the Main Line and 28 services running on the Harbour Line. These upgrades are specifically designed to provide more comfort to passengers during the rainy season.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
When did the new AC local trains start operating?
Central Railway started the 12 new AC local services from Monday, June 29, 2026.
Will these AC trains run on Sundays?
No, these services will run as AC locals from Monday to Saturday. On Sundays and holidays, they will operate as non-AC trains.