Mumbai, December 27:
More than 300 local trains in the Mumbai suburban network were cancelled on Saturday, causing significant disruption for daily commuters, railway officials said. The cancellations were implemented following a major technical failure in signalling systems at key junctions in the Western and Central Railway zones.
Railway sources explained that the signal breakdown occurred early in the morning, forcing authorities to prioritise safety and halt numerous services while technicians worked to restore operations. Passengers experienced long waits at stations, and substitute services were arranged where possible to mitigate inconvenience.
Officials added that several trains were also rerouted or short-terminated to manage the pressure on affected routes. Commuters expressed frustration but many acknowledged the necessity of safety protocols, urging the railways to expedite repairs and communication.
The Western and Central Railway divisions said swift action was underway to fix the technical fault and resume normal services. A detailed inquiry has been initiated to determine the cause of the malfunction and to prevent similar disruptions in the future.
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