Irate commuters demand a rain contingency plan on Virar-Dahanu rail corridor

Virar-Dahanu Rail Passenger Association (VDRPA) submitted a formal representation to Western Railway demanding a rain contingency plan.

Heavy rainfall in Palghar district caused waterlogging near Bridge No 203 between Gholvad and Umargam Road, disrupting train services.

Western Railway cancelled several shuttle services between Virar, Dahanu Road and Surat, leading to extreme overcrowding in remaining trains.

Commuters demand additional 15-car local train services between Dahanu and Churchgate during emergencies.

VDRPA letter states Western Railway failed to increase suburban services despite a red alert being announced in advance.