Mumbai, December 24: In a recent incident, the Mumbai-Goa Vande Bharat Express deviated from its intended route due to a signaling error. Departing from Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT), the train was scheduled to proceed towards Madgaon, Goa. However, instead of turning towards Panvel after Diva station, it continued towards Kalyan. Upon realizing the mistake, railway officials halted the train at Kalyan station, redirected it back to Diva, and then set it on the correct path to Panvel. This detour resulted in a delay of approximately 90 minutes.
The root cause of this misdirection was identified as a technical glitch in the signaling and telecommunication system at Diva Junction. Specifically, an issue at point number 103 led the train onto the wrong track. The Chief Public Relations Officer, Swapnil Neela, confirmed the malfunction between the down fast line and the Panvel route at Diva Junction.
During the corrective measures at Diva station, the Vande Bharat Express was stationary for about 35 minutes, which also impacted Mumbai’s local train services. The train, which typically departs Mumbai at 5:25 AM and arrives in Madgaon at 1:10 PM, experienced significant delays due to this incident.
This occurrence has raised concerns about the reliability of advanced railway systems. In response, railway authorities have assured the public that steps are being taken to prevent such incidents in the future and to enhance the overall safety and efficiency of train operations.
The Vande Bharat Express, known for its speed and modern amenities, operates between Mumbai and Goa with scheduled stops at Dadar, Thane, Panvel, Khed, Ratnagiri, Kankavali, and Thivim. The train covers a distance of approximately 586 kilometers in about 7 hours and 50 minutes.
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