Two new local trains will run on the Shivajinagar-Lonavala route to cater to the needs of commuters, especially students. One train will depart from Shivajinagar at 12:05 pm and arrive at Lonavala at 1:20 pm, while the return journey from Lonavala to Shivajinagar will depart at 11:30 am and arrive at...
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12:45 pm. This new service addresses the lack of afternoon trains on the route, which previously caused inconvenience to students. The Pune Division of Central Railway noted that the Pune-Lonavala route typically accommodates 40 local trains daily, serving approximately 60,000 passengers. The introduction of afternoon local trains represents a proactive step by the railway authorities to enhance passenger convenience. However, the Lonavala local service will not operate on Sundays, and the Shivajinagar-Lonavala route will adhere to a revised schedule aimed at optimizing service frequency and meeting commuter demands effectively.