A major landslide near the Natuwadi Tunnel on the route forced the
closure of the line on July 15th. This resulted in significant inconvenience
for passengers, with several trains cancelled and diverted.
Thankfully, after tireless efforts by railway officials, a crucial
stretch of the track has been repaired, allowing single-track operations to
resume. While full restoration is expected within the next 24-48 hours, this
development brings much-needed relief.
Passengers who were stranded due to the closure are being
transported by road. State transport authorities have deployed additional buses
to manage the increased passenger load.
The Konkan region continues to be affected by heavy monsoon rains,
with some districts receiving red alerts for continued downpours. However, the
partial reopening of the Konkan Railway marks a positive step towards normalcy
as the region recovers from the recent weather event.