After the train derailment four days ago, long distance trains on the Konkan railway line have been running at a snail’s pace. Trains have been getting delayed by as much as 10 hours, stranding passengers on platforms, who were looking forward to being at home to celebrate Ganesh festival with their family.

After the derailment was cleared, rail authorities carried out mega block to repair the 500-metre stretch, which has affected the schedule of trains running on it. On Wednesday, the long-distance trains on the Konkan line were late for 8-10 hours. While some passengers were seen patiently waiting at CST and Dadar platforms, most decided to opt for the bus instead.