A freight train's axle malfunction caused significant disruptions on the Delhi-Mumbai railway route on May 22nd, 2023. The incident occurred near Jakot station, halting several passenger trains, including the Tejas Express and Rajdhani Express, for approximately three hours. The disruption affected both outbound and inbound traffic, causing inconvenience to passengers. The...
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affected trains were halted at Godhra, Darol, Kharsalia, Champaner, and Chchelav stations. The Delhi-Mumbai rail route, spanning 1,386 kilometers, is a major link connecting the country's capital and financial hub. Currently, the railway is working on a project to upgrade the route to allow for train speeds up to 160 kilometers per hour, which will reduce travel time by 3.5 hours.