The plan to convert more local train services on the Central Railway into air-conditioned ones is back on track with the railways deciding to take on loan a new AC rake from Western Railway. The decision comes as the Thane-Diva line is all set to get functional from next week. 

“We are borrowing a new, unused AC train from WR to be used for additional services on the new line. The AC train that was supposed to come to us at a later stage from the manufacturers will now directly go to WR,” a top CR official confirmed.