The Western Railway has rejected a proposal to resume operations of the 19023/19024 Janata Express, a train connecting Mumbai to Firozpur. This decision was taken due to safety concerns and the need for a 3-hour maintenance block in Mumbai Central, Vadodara, and Ratlam. The 3-hour maintenance block, introduced as part of...
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the new timetable, is necessary for maintaining track, signals, and electrical equipment. The Janata Express was previously discontinued during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 due to the 'zero-based timetable' implementation. Resuming the train would disrupt the maintenance block, jeopardizing passenger safety. The train, known for its slow speed and mostly non-AC coaches, was a popular choice for budget travelers. The Railway Board has indicated that they may reconsider the decision in the future based on passenger needs and operational conditions.