The 02132 special train running between Jabalpur and Pune is facing major delays and logistical issues, causing significant inconvenience to passengers. The train, which runs once a week, is scheduled to complete the 1043 km journey in 16 hours and 30 minutes, but consistently takes over 22 hours due to delays...
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and halts. Passengers are complaining about the train's poor hygiene, overcrowded conditions with illegal vendors, and the constant need to wait for other trains to pass. The train is frequently stopped at Madan Mahal, Narsinghpur, and Piparia between Jabalpur and Itarsi, often for extended periods. Additionally, due to the frequent delays, the train's cleaning process is rushed, often taking place on the platform instead of being properly cleaned at the coaching depot. This has resulted in the train often arriving in Pune several hours late, affecting the scheduled departure of the return train (02131) from Pune to Jabalpur.