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Mumbai-bound travellers face immediate changes today as Central Railway starts a 75‑day block at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus, shutting platforms 14 and 15 from October 1 to December 15. Eight long‑distance trains will now end at Dadar or Thane. Here is the exact list, where to board instead, and how refunds work during the disruption.
The block covers platforms 14 and 15 plus stabling line 15, tied to Phase‑I of the station’s redevelopment by the Rail Land Development Authority. Central Railway earlier closed platforms 16 and 17, extending that phase until September 5. Expect operational tweaks as works shift to new platforms, and plan connections accordingly.
CSMT 75-day block: affected trains and new termination points
| Train No. | Train | Short-terminates at |
|---|---|---|
| 11002 | Nandigram Express (Ballarshah–CSMT) | Dadar |
| 12810 | Howrah–CSMT Express | Dadar |
| 12112 | Amravati–CSMT Express | Dadar |
| 11020 | Konark Express (Bhubaneswar–CSMT) | Dadar |
| 22120 | Madgaon–CSMT Tejas Express | Dadar |
| 22144 | Bidar–CSMT Express | Dadar |
| 22108 | Latur–CSMT Express | Dadar |
| 12134 | Mangaluru–CSMT Express | Thane |
Timetables and routes remain unchanged up to the new termination points. For live platform assignment and any late running, use the National Train Enquiry System app’s Live Station feature, or dial 139. Check your PNR before travel for updated boarding information shown by Indian Railways systems.
CSMT 75-day block: ticket and refund rules
For trains short‑terminated or partially cancelled, file an online Ticket Deposit Receipt within seventy‑two hours to claim refund for the untravelled portion on e‑tickets; PRS counter tickets can be processed at counters as per rules. Automatic refunds apply only when a train is fully cancelled. Keep GC or EFT certificates if issued onboard.
CSMT 75-day block: city transfer tips
Alight at Dadar or Thane and continue by Mumbai suburban locals toward Masjid or CSMT, or use app cabs and taxis from the east or west circulating areas. Fast locals reduce travel time during peak hours. Build extra buffer for crowds at Dadar concourses, and track connections on NTES before moving.
The change runs from October 1 to December 15, 2026, and Central Railway may refine timings or compositions as work progresses. Recheck schedules daily on NTES and Central Railway’s official updates before you set out, especially if your itinerary depends on tight city transfers.