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Central Railway plans mechanised parcel handling at Mumbai's CSMT, LTT and Wadi Bunder
Updated On: 14 October, 2026 08:21 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
The proposed service will replace manual handling with a mechanised system supported by battery-operated platform trucks. The initiative aims to speed up the loading and unloading of railway-booked parcels and luggage, reduce congestion in parcel areas and improve operational efficiency

Central Railway said the mechanised system is expected to improve the speed and safety of parcel handling while reducing manual movement. File Pic
Central Railway has initiated the tendering process for a new mechanised parcel and luggage handling service at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT), Lokmanya Tilak Terminus (LTT) and Wadi Bunder to improve efficiency and reduce damage to consignments.
The proposed service will replace manual handling with a mechanised system supported by battery-operated platform trucks. The initiative aims to speed up the loading and unloading of railway-booked parcels and luggage, reduce congestion in parcel areas and improve operational efficiency at the three locations.
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