The Mumbai division of Central Railway’s (CR) Harbour line AC local train services have witnessed a major rise in commuter demand.
As per data revealed by the railways, both passenger traffic and revenue increasing by nearly 65 per cent within just 15 days of adding more services.
Between April 16 and April 30, nearly 2.34 lakh passengers travelled by Harbour AC locals.
After the additional services were introduced, ridership surged to 3.86 lakh passengers between May 1 and May 15 — an increase of 64.97 per cent. Revenue also recorded a significant jump during the same period. Earnings from Harbour AC local services rose from INR 1.18 crore to INR 1.96 crore, marking a 66.43 per cent increase.
Officials said the figures indicate that Harbour AC locals are steadily becoming a preferred choice for commuters looking for a premium and less crowded journey.
The sharp growth reflects the increasing preference among daily commuters for faster and more comfortable travel options on Mumbai’s suburban network.
The Harbour AC local services were introduced on January 26, 2026. Following an encouraging response from passengers, Central Railway added 14 more AC services from May 1. With this expansion, the total number of AC local services across the Mumbai suburban section has gone up to 108, including 80 on the Main line and 28 on the Harbour corridor.
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