Western Railway is carrying out automatic block signaling work on the Udhna-Jalgaon track in the Mumbai division. This technical upgrade will cause disruptions for several trains, including those operated by North Western Railway. Passengers traveling on these routes are advised to check their train status before starting their journey.
Which trains are affected and what are the changes?
Several trains will face cancellations, short-terminations, or delays due to the mega block scheduled from May 13 to May 15, 2026. The work will take place at Udhna, Niola, and Chalthan stations.
| Train Number/Name | Impact/Change |
|---|---|
| 12935 Bandra-Surat Express | Runs only up to Navsari; services cancelled between Navsari and Udhna |
| 09055 Bandra-Udhna Special | Short-terminated at Bilimora |
| 19046 Tapti Ganga Express | Runs only up to Chalthan station |
| Chennai-Ahmedabad & Kakinada-Hisar | Expected delay of 30 to 40 minutes |
| Bandra-Delhi Sarai Rohilla & Dadar-Porbandar | Expected delay of approximately 2.5 hours |
| Freight Trains | Stopped or diverted for 4 to 8 hours |
What is the SILAS upgrade in Mumbai Suburban network?
Central Railway has upgraded the Signal Location Announcement System (SILAS) across the Mumbai suburban network on May 11 and 12, 2026. This GPS-based system provides real-time audio alerts to motormen about upcoming signals. According to CPRO Dr. Swapnil Nile, this move aims to reduce operational stress and achieve a zero SPAD (Signal Passed At Danger) goal for safer travel.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
उधना-जलगांव खंड पर ब्लॉक कब तक रहेगा?
पश्चिम रेलवे ने 13 मई से 15 मई, 2026 तक मेगा ब्लॉक की घोषणा की है, जिसमें उधना, नियॉल और चलथान स्टेशनों पर काम होगा।
मुंबई लोकल ट्रेनों में SILAS सिस्टम का क्या फायदा है?
यह एक GPS-आधारित सिस्टम है जो मोटरमैन को आने वाले सिग्नलों की ऑडियो जानकारी देता है, जिससे ट्रेन संचालन सुरक्षित होता है।