The Western Railway, on Thursday, announced that it has revised the timetable for local trains running for essential workers as per demand and extended services of two local trains running between Virar and Dahanu all the way to Churchgate.

After being shut since March 23 due to the COVID-19 outbreak, the local train services were resumed from June 15 on the Mumbai suburban section. The services were gradually increased for the convenience of passengers and to avoid crowding and maintain social distancing. At present, 350 special suburban services are being operated by WR for essential services staff as notified by the Maharashtra government.