Citing two cases of sexual assault on kindergarten students on school premises in Kandivli and Badlapur within this year, the Global Parents Teachers Association (GPTA), a state-level collective of parents and teachers, has raised serious concerns and called for urgent intervention from the state government. In an appeal submitted to the chief minister and the State Child Welfare Department, the GPTA has demanded that all education institutions catering to children aged zero to five be brought under the government's purview, a policy that has remained long-pending. Call for immediate action The association, representing the concerns of thousands of parents, stressed that urgent intervention is required to address these incidents and protect the most vulnerable members of society. The letter read, “Over the past few years, incidents of sexual abuse and physical assaults on minor girls have increased significantly in areas like Kandivli and Badlapur. Immediate steps should be taken to curb these incidents in future.” Institution’s role in child protection Talking to mid-day, Rohit Dandawate, president of GPTA said, “Who is responsible for the safety of children when incidents of abuse occur in these institutions? If schools lack basic facilities like toilets, drinking water, or a safe environment, who should be held accountable?” “Why are children being promoted from junior KG to senior KG placed in environments with inadequate facilities?” Dandawate asked. “What are the guidelines for safety and primary education for children under five years, and how are these guidelines being enforced?” Dandawate asked A system in crisis Kandivli and Badlapur have been identified as areas with a significant rise in crimes against children, particularly targeting girls. The GPTA pointed to a failure in the system to adequately monitor and regulate institutions catering to young children. The association believes that by bringing these facilities under the supervision of the primary education department, more stringent safety standards can be enforced, reducing the risk of abuse. The association’s letter also questions the current responsibility of the education department in child protection, stating: “If the education department does not have the responsibility of protecting the students, then to which department should we turn?” Urgent reforms needed The GPTA urged the chief minister and the Child Rights Commission to take prompt measures to ensure the safety and well-being of children in these institutions. They requested that crèches, anganwadis, nursery classes, daycare centres, and pre-primary schools be brought under the jurisdiction of the primary education department. Dandawate said, “The GPTA also called for immediate reforms to address the lack of basic amenities and proper infrastructure in these institutions. They believe that by improving the overall environment, the risk of harm to children can be significantly reduced.” Government oversight In 2023, the School Education Department officially submitted draft legislation to regulate pre-primary education to the state government. Currently, nurseries, kindergartens, and pre-primary schools serving children aged three to six operate without any regulatory oversight, and the exact number of such institutions remains unknown. The Maharashtra government introduced the Maharashtra Pre-School Centres (Regulation of Admission) Act in 1996, but it was scrapped due to political pressure. In 2017, the Aurangabad bench of the Bombay High Court directed the state to create a policy regulating pre-primary schools by December 31. Despite ongoing efforts to implement this policy, the process remains incomplete. The new legislation aims to bring all pre-primary schools under state regulation as part of the National Education Policy (NEP). “There is currently no regulation for the approval of pre-primary schools or the establishment of a uniform curriculum. The goal is not to take control of existing private pre-primary schools but to reduce the disparity in education quality and curricula,” said a senior official from the State School Education Department. “We will ensure that educational institutions are not unnecessarily burdened. Our focus is on what students are taught during these formative years, as ages three to six are crucial for their development. The draft is awaiting approval,” the official said.
14 September,2024 08:09 AM IST | Mumbai | Dipti SinghThere has been a surge in patients visiting ear, nose, and throat (ENT) specialists during recent festivities, leading to loud noises in every nook and corner, with many raising complaints of tinnitus, while others say they are unable to hear from one ear. Noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL) is commonly seen in senior citizens and people above 25 years of age. This could also lead to loss of hearing in severe cases for those who fail to seek early treatment. Doctors note that of the eight patients visiting them, four of them are senior citizens, and at least two are young adults. According to ENT specialists, NIHL could lead to difficulty hearing and misunderstanding speech from damage to the hair cells in the inner ear. It may also cause temporary or permanent hearing loss, with the most common symptom being tinnitus—a persistent ringing or buzzing sound. “I have had 15 patients in the last few days with complaints linked to exposure to high noise levels,” said Dr Prashant Kewale, an ENT specialist in Central Mumbai. “This also happens during Diwali, but we annually see more cases around this time,” he said. The typical treatment for sudden hearing loss includes steroids combined with medications that improve blood flow to help restore nerve function. Dr Bhavin Shah, an ENT specialist in Ghatkopar, recently treated a police officer stationed at the Versova immersion site who developed sudden partial hearing loss in one ear after prolonged exposure to noise pollution. “The patient had been subjected to constant loud noise. We administered an intratympanic dexamethasone steroid injection, and he is now under observation,” he said. The patient’s family was not available for comment. The above-mentioned doctors stressed that noise levels above 80 decibels could lead to serious consequences for health. Noise from loudspeakers and instruments during festivities can easily exceed that threshold, they say. “Apart from hearing loss, exposure to high noise levels can increase blood pressure, cause palpitations, and induce anxiety,” Dr Kewale warned. Routine noise from traffic and construction also adds to the problem outside of festival seasons. “I have been practising since 2013, and it has only gotten worse,” said Dr Shah. “While patient numbers spike during festivals, ongoing urban noise pollution contributes year-round.” The doctors also suggest that long-term exposure to noise could also lead to dementia (a decline in mental function that affects a person's ability to think, remember, and make decisions). However, at the policy-level, the noise situation around festivities has improved over the past two decades. Sumaira Abdulali, the founder of the Awaaz Foundation, has been advocating against noise pollution for 21 years. “Things have improved significantly,” she said. “There were no time limits or restrictions in the past. Now, DJs are banned in public spaces during festivals, and while it’s not 100 per cent enforced, the rules are mostly followed.” Still, challenges remain. “Political factors play a role. Celebrations can now continue until midnight, and while the noise at pandals has decreased, even though not at levels that would be ideal, political speeches are often delivered at high decibel levels as well now,” Abdulali added. Even with better policies, police enforcement falls behind, Abdulali noted.
14 September,2024 08:04 AM IST | Mumbai | Eshan KalyanikarDays after mid-day highlighted allegations of corruption in the procurement of walking sticks for the differently abled by the Ulhasnagar Municipal Corporation (UMC), Pravin Puri, the state commissioner for persons with disabilities, ordered an investigation to identify and punish those responsible. Puri’s order, a copy of which is in mid-day’s possession, is addressed to the Ulhasnagar municipal commissioner and states that he had received complaints about the misappropriation of funds meant for the disabled. The order asks for an investigation to zero in on and take strict action against the individuals concerned. Advocate Swapnil Patil, Thane district president, Prahar Janshakti Party Advocate Swapnil Patil, an activist and Thane district president, Prahar Janshakti Party, who brought the issue to light, said, “The scam is a blatant violation of the rights of people with disabilities, as they have been cheated out of essential assistive devices such as smart sticks and regular canes. The authorities have failed to provide adequate assistance to people with disabilities, and instead, have allowed corrupt officials to misappropriate funds meant for their benefit. We demand that the authorities register an FIR under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016, against the guilty, including the husband of a former BJP corporator, who is allegedly involved. This is a serious offence that requires criminal prosecution and punishment. The investigation should be conducted fairly and transparently and all involved be held accountable.” Smart walking sticks acquired for differently abled and senior citizens by the civic body. Pics/Navneet Barhate He added, “There is also a scam involving the purchase of wheelchairs meant for the disabled. Many have complained about wheelchairs breaking down. Like the walking sticks, several of these wheelchairs are lying in a storeroom rather than being distributed. It indicates that the authorities are purchasing them to misappropriate funds,” added Patil. According to sources, a special team has been appointed and the investigation has begun. They said strict action would be taken against the culprits based on the inquiry report. The alleged scam According to Patil, in 2022-23, 54 smart walking sticks available in the market for Rs 1,500 to Rs 3,000 each were purchased by the civic body for Rs 12,900 per unit while 84 regular canes, each of which cost Rs 300 to Rs 400, were bought at a price of R8,200 each. It was alleged that the office of the contractor concerned was not found at the address mentioned in documents. The order issued by the state commissioner for persons with disabilities Deputy Municipal Commissioner Dr Subhash Jadhav had claimed that the tender process had been conducted in a transparent manner. Dr Jadhav said that the smart sticks provided by the contractor had a guarantee but refused to give clear information about the name and address of the contractor.
14 September,2024 07:44 AM IST | Mumbai | Faisal TandelElection staff will visit every household in Mumbai to inform voters about polling stations. District Election Officer and civic chief, Bhushan Gagrani held a meeting on Friday to review Assembly election preparations. Civic officials, collectors and police officers attended the meeting. An official from the election department said it has been decided that the number of voters at each station will be limited to 1,250, which was earlier 1,500. “So the regular booths of voters will change. We have decided to visit every household to tell voters about the new arrangements for voting. It will also help us increase the voting percentage,” the official said. There will also be an increase in the number of polling stations near voters’ residences. According to reports, there were crowds at a few polling stations due to the large numbers of voters. “Rationalisation of voters at the booth will help to reduce crowding,” the official said. Gagrani has asked officers to carry a copy of the list of housing societies allowed to set up polling stations on their premises. The civic chief stressed that the voter list be updated as soon as possible and citizens be provided polling stations close to their residences.
14 September,2024 07:40 AM IST | Mumbai | A CorrespondentRailway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Friday was in Mumbai to attend a non-railway event and visit Ganapati mandals in the Mumbai north east constituency. During his visit, he inspected the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus station and boarded the 2.34 pm Ambernath slow local, traveling to Bhandup station, accompanied by local MLA. mid-day joined the minister on the train. Here are excerpts from the Q&A: What have been your observations in Mumbai today about local train travel?I interacted with passengers at CSMT and onboard the local train, hearing their grievances. I also took an update on the work on CSMT station redevelopment and then travelled to Bhandup. The crowds in Mumbai local have been increasing day by day. What is the blueprint for Mumbai local trains?We have sanctioned an Rs 16,240 crore plan that includes 12 mega projects for the Mumbai Metropolitan Region area, which will not only boost the capacity of its network by building 301.5 additional km of track length but also double the existing services. Besides Mumbai, what are the plans for the MMR region?We are building a Vasai bypass Line, which has been sanctioned. At present, the engine needs to reverse and continue on its onward journey, but after this bypass is built, the reversal will be eliminated. The 6 km project is being built at a cost of Rs 176 crore. Then, there is a 29.6km Panvel-Karjat new rail corridor. Work on all of these is in various stages of construction and will be completed in the next few years. What about the merger plan of Konkan Railways?I am of firm belief that Konkan Railway has to merge with Indian Railways as early as possible and the process has to begin for a possible merger.
14 September,2024 07:38 AM IST | Mumbai | Rajendra B. AklekarThe plan to convert Mumbai’s local trains into AC fleet is ready to be implemented but has been put on hold due to political opposition and it is Mumbaikars themselves who need to form an opinion, create consensus, and push for its implementation. “Last time the Railways tried to push for the implementation of AC locals, it was NCP leader Sharad Pawar who had opposed the plan tooth and nail after which the Railways put it on hold. Mumbaikars need to come together, form an opinion, and get the AC locals that they want,” Vaishnaw told mid-day. “The AC local plan is ready to unfold immediately once we get a consensus from Mumbaikars. Start an opinion poll from today and get the votes in favour of AC local trains and we will start the process of AC trains soon,” he said. AC local trains have become a political tool since August 2022 with NCP president Sharad Pawar calling for their complete withdrawal from the city and restoration of regular services for working-class commuters. In August 2022, after protests from commuters who illegally board local trains from the Kalwa car shed and also those from Badlapur against the new AC local services led by NCP leader Jitendra Awhad, the Central Railway withdrew ten new AC services within five days of their introduction.
14 September,2024 07:35 AM IST | Mumbai | Rajendra B. Aklekar
While the connector linking the Coastal Road to the Bandra-Worli Sea Link undoubtedly cuts short the roughly one-hour journey from south Mumbai to the suburbs, last-mile connectivity hasn’t been improved. It took mid-day 45 minutes to cover the 21-km distance between Fort and Bandra after travelling via the connector on Friday. Karmaveer Bhaurao Patil Marg near Fashion Street in Fort. Pics/Sayyed Sameer Abedi The 15-km-long Coastal Road and Bandra-Worli Sea Link section was covered in 15 minutes flat. However, it took 13 minutes to traverse the three-kilometre distance from Fort to Marine Drive and 17 minutes to reach Bandra East from the Bandra-Worli Sea Link despite there being relatively less traffic due to the festive season. The Princess Street flyover at Marine Drive, which was crossed in about two minutes The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) opened the connector at 7 am on September 13. Now, vehicles need not take an exit at Worli Sea Face to enter the suburbs. As reported by mid-day, motorists must pay a Rs 100 toll at the Bandra exit. The Marine Drive entrance of the Coastal Road tunnel, where the speed limit is 60 kmph The test drive To determine the impact of the newly opened bowstring bridge on travel time, this reporter began her journey at 5.51 pm. There were fewer vehicles on the road as it was the seventh day of Ganesh immersions. The Bandra-Worli Sea Link, which was crossed in three and a half minutes From Mumbai University campus to Marine Drive flyover: It took 11 minutes to cross two kilometres as stops had to be made at the signals at the university, BSNL office and Metro INOX Cinema. The vehicle was held up on JSS Road at Dhobi Talao for four minutes due to traffic congestion. Crossing the Marine Drive flyover took two minutes but the vehicle was detained briefly due to VIP movement. The Bandra-Worli Sea Link toll plaza, which wasn’t as congested as expected on Friday morning Coastal Road to the newly open connector: Travelling at a speed of 60 km per hour, the vehicle entered the Coastal Road at Marine Drive at 6.03 pm. It took hardly four minutes to cross the northbound tunnel. While the speed limit there is 60 km per hour, literally every vehicle was overtaking ours. We passed the Amarsons Garden and Haji Ali connectors within a few minutes. The third connector, at Worli, is still under construction. We crossed the newly opened connector by 6.15 pm, covering 10.5 km of the Coastal Road (from Marine Drive) within 11 and half minutes. Traffic at the Kalanagar section of the Western Express Highway The last leg Bandra-Worli Sea Link: We reached the toll plaza of the Sea Link within three and a half minutes. Surprisingly, the spot wasn’t congested. After paying Rs 100, we headed for Bandra East. Last three kilometres: The first stretch was comparatively easy but as we entered the Western Express Highway, bumper-to-bumper traffic awaited us. It took 17 minutes to cover a distance of two kilometres before taking a right turn at the collector’s office. Distance and time Mumbai University to Marine Drive: 3 km - 13 minCoastal Road and BWSL: 15 km - 15 minBWSL to the collector’s office, Bandra East: 3 km - 17 min
14 September,2024 07:25 AM IST | Mumbai | Prajakta KasaleMumbai will be the first city to get a communications-based train control (CBTC) embedded Kavach system that will not just make the Mumbai suburban system completely safe but also ensure the headway between train services is reduced drastically and more than double the services in the next three years. Indian Railways has been working on the Kavach safety device for some time. We have been conducting trials, while releasing various versions and now obtained the highest Safety Integrity Level (SIL)-4 with a version of Kavach-4, which will be rolled out soon,” Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw told mid-day. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnav at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus. Pic/Sayyed Sameer Abedi Sources said while Kavach is an indigenous anti-collision system the CBTC’s responsibility is to shorten the distance between trains. The merging of both technologies will revolutionise Mumbai’s suburban travel. The CBTC is one of the components of the Mumbai Urban Transport Project (MUTP) Phase 3A being developed by the Mumbai Rail Vikas Corporation. “A version of CBTC Kavach will be rolled out in Mumbai first. If we need more frequency, we need to cut down the gap between the two trains. The Mumbai suburban railway- Central and Western Railway- jointly operate over 3,000 services on the Mumbai suburban systems spanning 319 kilometres. We are getting Kavach, but for the suburban system, we are getting a Kavach with CBTC Kavach. We are working on a project to cut down the headway time of trains from 180 seconds to further down. The reduced headway will mean that we can run a greater number of trains in the same system and we can ensure double the number of services,” Vaishnaw told mid-day, adding that the project will take about three years or so to complete. 319 kmLength of the Mumbai suburban railway system
14 September,2024 07:13 AM IST | Mumbai | Rajendra B. AklekarThe walls have eyes A cobbler mends a shoe against the mural of a peeking cat at Marine Lines Bappa goes hip Dhavanshi Shah’s artwork features a Gen Z inspired Ganesha The city’s many mandals might have their own takes on the beloved Bappa, but Dhavanshi Shah, a Dahanu-based illustrator has given it a Gen Z twist. “I wanted to reimagine Ganesha as a Gen Z icon,” she told this diarist. Her illustration features a Ganesha sitting on a beanbag listening to music, drinking boba tea and relishing blueberry cheesecake while scrolling on Instagram. The artist also has Bappa sporting Gen Z fashion, swapping the traditional dhoti for streetwear. “I wanted to replace the modak with something more relatable to Gen Z. Hence, I chose the cheesecake,” she explained. “I would love to turn this into a real idol in the future,” she concluded. Seniors take the ramp in Navi Mumbai Lokare (in white) at a previous event for senior citizens; (right) Leena Dighe City-based digital creator Siddhesh Lokare is volunteering with the Golden Nest Foundation in Navi Mumbai to host a fashion show for elderly citizens. “We believe an event like this can encourage them to dress up, feel confident, and lift their spirits,” shared Lokare, whose team of volunteers will help to style the senior citizens. The event will also celebrate the foundation’s resident artiste, Leena Dighe’s passion for makeup. “Dighe used to be a very talented dancer in her youth and loves getting dressed up when family or friends visit. She even teaches us how to do her makeup. This event lets us rekindle that joy,” Lokare explained. Dighe will also share makeup tips with the volunteers. The event will culminate in a ramp walk performed by the seniors, followed by a dance party for all the members. “The gathering is a chance to remind them of happier times and build a sense of optimism,” he shared. As part of the event, Lokare will interview senior citizens of the foundation to document their life story and learnings for a short video. United in Manchester Tushar Adhav poses with a bust of Dr BR Ambedkar at Ambedkar House in London during the tour City-based musician Tushar Adhav aka Bamboy has found new fans far from home for his anti-caste music. During a three-part tour across London, Manchester and Brighton that concluded yesterday, Adhav’s poignant words echoed in clubs and underground basements alike. “I was there to perform under my moniker Kaali Duniya, where I spun instrumental dubstep, drum ‘n’ bass, and electronica beats. The audience, surprisingly, was familiar with my work as a rapper. I obliged them with a few singles,” Adhav shared over a call from Brighton. The Parel-based artiste’s trip would’ve been incomplete without a visit to Ambedkar House, where Dr BR Ambedkar lived during his time in England. “The tour reminded me of how much work is left to be done on the anti-caste front. Sometimes, we faced casual classism from our own Indian diaspora at the venues. The visit to Ambedkar’s house is one that will remain etched in my memory forever,” he added. Green fragrance Participants at a previous tree walk hosted at Rani Baug in Byculla After an eight-month-long research and conducting tree walks in Bengaluru’s Lalbagh Botanical Garden, naturalist Abhishek Khan is bringing the idea to Mumbai through his new venture, Mumbai Vann. “The idea is to relieve people of what we call tree-blindness,” Khan shared. The walks will be based on different narratives, and focus on sensory experiences like negotiating gardens with the help of scent, instead of sight. For instance, the walk on Sunday is called the Fragrance Walk and the Botany of Alcohol, Khan shared. “An example from the Fragrance Walk is the narrative of the sausage tree, or the Kigelia Africana. This was planted by the Britishers in Rani Baug, and is an ornamental tree which seems to serve no purpose. But in Africa, people get drunk on its fruit,” he told this diarist. Letters to the city The Mumbai heritage postcard Vile Parle-based computer science engineer Kevin Desai and brother Kushal Desai, a paediatric resident, are rekindling their childhood hobby of letters with an illustrated postcard series. Their new postcard features heritage structures from Mumbai such as the Gateway of India and Elephanta Caves, and a well-deserved shout out to popular haunts like Ashok Vada Pav in Dadar. “We developed a liking for postcrossing [a worldwide network of enthusiasts who send each other letters] as children. The idea is to now bring the culture of writing letters back with a fun twist,” Kushal shared. Those keen to find out more can head to heritageprints.in.
14 September,2024 07:00 AM IST | Mumbai | Team mid-dayDo you know what the stars hold for you in terms of love life, career, business and personal wellness today? Well, read on to know your astrological predictions as per your zodiac sign for September 14. Aries March 21 – April 20Any legal formalities should be completed well in advance to the actual date. A new relationship beginning is possible. Cosmic tip: Discuss ideas, events, but not people as that amounts to gossiping. Taurus April 21 – May 20Good news is received about a trip overseas, so don’t worry about it. Some transformations are inevitable; don’t avoid them. Cosmic tip: Make use of even the smallest opportunity to get ahead at work. GeminiMay 21 – June 21Feeling upset about some news received is understandable, but good news in return makes up for it. It’s the wrong day to confront over an issue.Cosmic tip: Don’t make any major changes today. Cancer June 22 – July 23Punching holes in an issue that’s being explained perfectly makes it drag on unnecessarily. An expected expense doesn’t materialise. Cosmic tip: Make a priority list, going down it systematically. Leo July 24 - Aug 23Two people you meet today may be difficult to manage as they are volubly argumentative. Bide your time till the karmic cycle changes. Cosmic tip: Make friends only with people who radiate positive vibes. Virgo Aug 24 – Sept 23Working through karmic debts without complaining is the best way forward. Someone who is good at money management gets in touch. Cosmic tip: Let love be the foundation for doing what you have to do. Libra Sept 24 – Oct 22Trying your best to sort out a relationship actually makes it worse. Sometimes it’s best to leave well alone.Cosmic tip: Don’t criticise, maintain a diplomatic stance. Scorpio Oct 23 – Nov 22Thoughts and emotions being at variance with each other keeps the mind churning. Cosmic tip: Think before speaking as words create a new karmic cycle. Sagittarius Nov 23 – Dec 22Be principled when making important decisions about two employees. A relationship put on hold for a while limps back. Cosmic tip: Study daily accounts regularly, especially if managing a business. Capricorn Dec 23 – Jan 20Make sure you have enough forex if carrying cash to a foreign country. A financial backer gets in touch. Cosmic tip: Gratefully accept the offer of help, without you even asking for it. Aquarius Jan 21 – Feb 19Younger Aquarians undecided about career could consider taking up law. There’s too many jobs/chores to complete. Cosmic tip: Don’t bring up issues that have no bearing on circumstances today. Pisces Feb 20 – March 20Meeting someone new and having an initial cup of coffee/ice cream together is interesting. See how this develops—if at all. Do get enough sleep. Cosmic tip: Don’t complicate a simple matter.
14 September,2024 03:16 AM IST | Mumbai | Shirley BoseThe Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport (BEST) Undertaking has announced several bus route diversions and terminations due to ongoing Ganesh Visarjan 2024 festivities and infrastructure work across Mumbai. Route Changes for Ganesh Visarjan: Route A-294: Buses will be diverted from Neelam Pride via L. T. Marg towards Borivali Station (West) instead of Gorai Jetty. This change, effective from 20:10 hrs, is due to the immersion process. Routes 605, 606, and 612: Due to Ganpati immersion activities at Shivaji Talao, buses on these routes will be diverted via Mangatram-Kokan Nagar in both upward and downward directions starting from 21:30 hrs. Route 608: This route will be curtailed at Shayadri Nagar from 21:35 hrs due to immersion activities at Hanuman Nagar. Infrastructure Work Impact: Due to ongoing asphalting work opposite Opera House Bus Chowky, all bus routes will be terminated from M. K. Road starting from 18:30 hrs. Ganeshotsav 2024: WR to run more trains on night of visarjan in Mumbai Meanwhile, the Western Railway (WR) will run eight additional services between Churchgate and Virar on the intervening night of September 17 and 18, 2024. Also, considering the heavy rush at Charni Road station for devotees reaching Girgaon Chowpatty for Ganpati immersion on September 17/18, 2024, Western Railway’s Mumbai Central Division has made several arrangements to manage the crowd and ensure passenger convenience. Crowd management Vineet Abhishek, chief public relations officer of WR, the Mumbai Central Division will install additional CCTV cameras so that proper managements are made possible by monitoring the crowd at Charni Road station. Specific one-way passages are being made for more convenient movement of incoming and outgoing passengers to walk through different paths without obstruction. In addition to this, one more entrance will be opened at Bal Bhavan, besides the main entrance, so that passengers coming from Girgaon Chowpatty can easily reach Platform No. 1 to catch local trains. He said the Virar-bound services of the additional eight services will be given extra halt time at Charni Road station, so that passengers can board comfortably without any hassle and maximum passengers can reach their homes at night. Additional ATVM machines Apart from the regular ticket counters, arrangements are being made for additional ATVM machines and facilitators at the station and also on the path of Bal Bhavan, so that there is no inconvenience to passengers in buying tickets.
13 September,2024 10:44 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
