Neral-Aman Lodge train services suspended for monsoon; Matheran shuttle to continue, says Central Railway

Central Railway announced the suspension of regular passenger train services on the Neral–Matheran narrow gauge line. File Pic

The Central Railway on Wednesday announced the suspension of regular passenger train services between Neral and Aman Lodge on the Neral-Matheran narrow gauge line during the monsoon season.

The suspension of services will be in effect from June 1, 2025 to October 15, 2025, due to safety concerns during heavy rains, an official statement said.

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However, shuttle train services between Matheran and Aman Lodge will continue to operate during this period. These shuttles will help visitors and locals travel to and from Matheran, it said.

The Central Railway also shared the schedule of the services-

Matheran to Aman Lodge shuttle timings (daily)

08:20 - 08:38 hrs

09:10 - 09:28 hrs

11:35 - 11:53 hrs

14:00 - 14:18 hrs

15:15 - 15:33 hrs

17:20 - 17:38 hrs

Additional Saturday/Sunday services:

10:05 - 10:23 hrs

13:10 - 13:28 hrs

Aman Lodge to Matheran shuttle timings (daily)

08:45 - 09:03 hrs

09:35 - 09:53 hrs

12:00 - 12:18 hrs

14:25 - 14:43 hrs

15:40 - 15:58 hrs

17:45 - 18:03 hrs

Additional Saturday/Sunday services:

10:30 - 10:48 hrs

13:35 - 13:53 hrs

"All shuttle services will run with 3 second class, one first class coach and 2 second class cum luggage vans," the Central Railway said.

Monsoon readiness works across Mumbai network completed: Western Railway

Meanwhile, Western Railway on Tuesday announced that it is fully prepared for the monsoon season in Mumbai with a series of major works already completed across its Mumbai suburban network.

According to a press release by Vineet Abhishek, Chief Public Relations Officer of Western Railway, the railway has worked on a war footing to get everything ready before the rains arrive. A detailed action plan has been shared with all staff through a Monsoon Precaution Booklet, outlining steps to reduce damage, maintain service, and keep passengers informed.

"Western Railway is determined to repeat its success this year by taking thorough steps to prevent flooding and ensure smooth train services," an official statement said.

Last month, the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) had stated that monsoon in Mumbai has arrived earlier this year.

The Mumbai has been receiving rains on regular intervals recently.