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Railway Mega Block On Sunday 3 March 2024
For years, the suburban train network in Mumbai has held the title of the city’s lifeline. It has been the go-to mode of transportation for Mumbaikars, connecting various parts of the bustling metropolis. However, there comes a time when the rhythmic chug of trains takes a brief pause – from 1 am to 4 am. This overnight hiatus is dedicated to essential railway repair and maintenance work, encompassing crucial tasks such as track repairs, signal updates, and various technical adjustments. Yet, the standard timeframe often falls short of meeting the demands of these intricate tasks.
In response to the challenge posed by the limited overnight window, railway employees and officials have devised a solution – the introduction of ‘mega blocks on Sundays.’ These mega blocks play a pivotal role in the comprehensive maintenance of the local train network, ensuring its sustained efficiency and safety.
Delving into the specifics, let’s explore the details of the upcoming Railway Mega block on Sunday 3 March 2024. This strategic pause in train operations is meticulously planned and announced by railway authorities. During this designated period, a series of targeted maintenance activities will take place, addressing critical aspects of the suburban train network.
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MegaBlock Sunday 3 March 2024
CENTRAL LINE Mega Block On Sunday 3 March
Railway Mega block on Sunday 3 March 2024: Central Line has announced Mega Block on Sunday 3 March 2024 for carrying out various engineering and maintenance works between Kalyan – Kassara Section Up & Down Fast Lines. This block will be between mid-night of Saturday, March 2 to early morning of Sunday, March 3. The sections which will have night traffic blocks are- Titwala to Asangaon (excluding both stations) on the Down North East section and Vasind to Titwala (excluding both stations) on the Up North East section
Time: 00:45 AM to 5:15 AM (Night Block)
Due to this block, Kasara local leaving CSMT, Mumbai at 00:15 hrs will be short terminated at Thane Station. Similarly, CSMT local leaving Kasara 03:51 hrs will originate from Thane Station.
Several long distance Mail / Express trains are rescheduled due to this block on the intervening night of 2nd and 3rd March, 2024.
Central Line has announced Mega Block on Sunday 3 March 2024 for carrying out various engineering and maintenance works between CSMT, Mumbai To Vidyavihar Up & Down Slow Lines.
Time: 10:55 AM to 3:55 PM (Day Block)
During this block, locals running on down slow line from 10:48 AM to 03:49 PM will be redirected to Fast line between CSMT to Vidyavihar station. These local will halt at Byculla, Parel, Dadar, Matunga, Sion & Kurla and will be redirected to Slow line after Vidyavihar. Similarly, UP Slow locals running from Ghatkopar from 10:41 AM to 03:52 PM will be directed to run on Fast line between Vidyavihar and CSMT. These locals will halt at Kurla, Sion, Matunga, Dadar, Parel, Byculla.
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HARBOUR LINE Mega Block On Sunday 3 March
Railway Mega block on Sunday 3 March 2024: Harbour Line has announced Mega Block on Sunday 3 March 2024 for carrying out various engineering and maintenance works between Mankhurd and Nerul Section Up & Down Lines.
Time: 10:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Last local before block will leave CSMT, Mumbai at 10:14 hrs for Panvel and 10:18 hrs for Vashi. First local after block will leave from CSMT, Mumbai at 03:36 hrs for Panvel.
Last local before block will leave Panvel at 10:33 hrs for CSMT. First local after block will leave from Panvel at 04:10 hrs for CSMT, Mumbai. First local after block will leave from Vashi at 04:19 hrs for CSMT, Mumbai.
TRANS HARBOUR LINE
Railway Mega block on Sunday 3 March 2024: No Block News Yet.
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WESTERN LINE Mega Block On Sunday 3 March
Railway Mega block on Sunday 3 March 2024: No block during day time.
WESTERN Railway Night Block On 3 March 2024
Railway Mega block on Sunday 3 March 2024: To carry out maintenance work of tracks, signaling and overhead equipment, a Jumbo Block of 04.00 hours will be taken on UP and Down Slow lines from 00.30 hrs to 04.30 hrs between Santacruz and Mahim stations in the intervening night of Saturday/Sunday, i.e. on 02nd /3rd March, 2024.
Time: 00:30 to 04:30 AM
During this block, some of the UP slow line trains running from Andheri to Churchgate will be diverted to UP fast lines. So these trains will only halt at Andheri, Bandra, Dadar, Mumbai Central Station.
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