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IN PHOTOS: Western Railway marks 34 years of Mumbai 'Ladies Special' local trains

Updated On: 05 May, 2026 09:42 PM IST | Asif Ali Sayed

With distribution of red roses to women commuters travelling on the Mumbai local train, the Western Railway on Tuesday celebrated 34 years of 'Ladies Special' trains in city. Pics/Western Railway

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The introduction of an entire train reserved for women allowed commuters to avoid overcrowded compartments in regular local trains. Pics/Western Railway

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The introduction of an entire train reserved for women allowed commuters to avoid overcrowded compartments in regular local trains. Pics/Western Railway
The celebrations began with the distribution of roses to women passengers

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The celebrations began with the distribution of roses to women passengers

For many, the Ladies Special became a dependable alternative, especially when travelling during busy hours or from intermediate stations, officials said

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For many, the Ladies Special became a dependable alternative, especially when travelling during busy hours or from intermediate stations, officials said

Over the years, the Ladies Special has evolved beyond just a transport service

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Over the years, the Ladies Special has evolved beyond just a transport service

Daily commuters often form friendships, share experiences, and support one another, creating a unique social environment within the train

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Daily commuters often form friendships, share experiences, and support one another, creating a unique social environment within the train

The Ladies Special service was first introduced on May 5, 1992, running between Churchgate and Borivali stations. It was later extended to Virar in 1993

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The Ladies Special service was first introduced on May 5, 1992, running between Churchgate and Borivali stations. It was later extended to Virar in 1993

Since its launch, both the number of services and their popularity have steadily increased

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Since its launch, both the number of services and their popularity have steadily increased

Western Railway now operates 10 Ladies Special services daily, evenly split between morning and evening peak hours on the UP and DOWN lines

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Western Railway now operates 10 Ladies Special services daily, evenly split between morning and evening peak hours on the UP and DOWN lines

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