{"id":1288125,"date":"2024-12-04T10:43:38","date_gmt":"2024-12-04T05:13:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/?p=1288125"},"modified":"2024-12-04T10:44:14","modified_gmt":"2024-12-04T05:14:14","slug":"protests-erupt-against-conversion-of-non-ac-local-to-ac-local-in-mumbai","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/protests-erupt-against-conversion-of-non-ac-local-to-ac-local-in-mumbai\/","title":{"rendered":"Protests Erupt Against Conversion Of Non-AC Local To AC Local In Mumbai"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>On Monday, the Shiv Sena (UBT) staged a protest at Bhayander station over the replacement of the 8:24 am non-AC local train with an AC local on the Bhayander-Churchgate route. Protesters launched a signature campaign and submitted a memorandum demanding the return of the non-AC service, calling the decision inconvenient for non-AC passengers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"531\" src=\"https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Screenshot-2024-12-04-at-10.41.31\u202fAM-1024x531.png\" alt=\"Protests Erupt Against Conversion Of Non-AC Local To AC Local In Mumbai\" class=\"wp-image-1288126\" srcset=\"https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Screenshot-2024-12-04-at-10.41.31\u202fAM-1024x531.png 1024w, https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Screenshot-2024-12-04-at-10.41.31\u202fAM-300x156.png 300w, https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Screenshot-2024-12-04-at-10.41.31\u202fAM-768x399.png 768w, https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Screenshot-2024-12-04-at-10.41.31\u202fAM-1536x797.png 1536w, https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Screenshot-2024-12-04-at-10.41.31\u202fAM-2048x1063.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Western Railway&#8217;s Defense<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Western Railway officials dismissed the protest as politically motivated. They stated that the <a href=\"https:\/\/timesofindia.indiatimes.com\/city\/mumbai\/shiv-sena-ubt-protests-conversion-of-non-ac-train-to-ac-local-in-mumbai\/articleshow\/115908077.cms\">decision<\/a> to replace non-AC services with AC locals was based on passenger demand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One official explained that the AC local departing Virar and reaching Bhayander at 8:21 am was frequently overcrowded, requiring security personnel to manage door closures. This caused delays in peak-hour services. The addition of an AC local at 8:24 am was aimed at resolving these issues, with the train now operating at full capacity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Criticism of the New Timetable<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Passenger representative Shailesh Goyal criticized the new timetable, claiming it disrupted travel for non-AC passengers. He highlighted instances where multiple AC locals ran in quick succession, leaving non-AC commuters stranded. Goyal urged Western Railway to consult passenger representatives and adjust the schedule to balance the needs of all travelers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">AC Local Fare Affordability<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Western Railway officials emphasized the affordability of AC local fares. At 84 paise per kilometre, the fare is comparable to the season ticket fare for non-AC BEST buses and 26% cheaper than BEST AC buses, which charge Rs 1.13 per kilometre.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Balancing Commuter Needs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>While Western Railway defends the addition of AC locals to meet growing demand, concerns about the convenience of non-AC passengers remain. The ongoing discussions between passengers and railway authorities could lead to a more inclusive timetable that caters to all commuters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mid-day.com\/mumbai\/mumbai-news\/article\/mumbai-time-to-turn-all-fast-trains-to-ac-locals-23440112\">Image Source<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>On Monday, the Shiv Sena (UBT) staged a protest at Bhayander station over the replacement of the 8:24 am non-AC local train with an AC local on the Bhayander-Churchgate route. Protesters launched a signature campaign and submitted a memorandum demanding the return of the non-AC service, calling the decision inconvenient for non-AC passengers. 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