Konkan Railway Back on Track After Heavy Rains Caused Disruptions

The Konkan Railway, a vital transportation link connecting Mumbai with Goa and other coastal Konkan regions, has resumed partial operations today after heavy rains and a landslide caused disruptions yesterday.

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.

 

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