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Diwali 2026: WR suspends platform ticket sales at at Bandra Terminus, five other stations till Nov 15 amid festive rush

Updated On: 04 November, 2026 07:19 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

The move aims to reduce overcrowding on platforms, ensure smooth railway operations and improve the safety of passengers boarding and alighting from trains, officials said

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Western Railway said that the platforms tend to become overcrowded during festivals. File Pic

Western Railway said that the platforms tend to become overcrowded during festivals. File Pic

Western Railway has temporarily suspended the sale of platform tickets at Bandra Terminus and five major stations in Mumbai Central Division until November 15, 2026, to manage the expected rush during Diwali 2026 and the upcoming Chhath Puja festival, an official statement said on Wednesday.

The restriction will apply at Bandra Terminus, Vapi, Valsad, Udhna, Surat and Bhestan stations, it said.

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