CR's new AC local to have more seats for commuters

The Central Railway (CR) is set to introduce its first air-conditioned (AC) local train with an underslung motor and electrical system—where key components are fitted beneath the coaches instead of inside them.

- Shashank Rao

MUMBAI: This design increases seating capacity and provides more space for passengers, promising a more comfortable commuting experience. The new train is expected to enter service by early summer.

Painted in a striking blue-and-silver livery, the AC rake is currently stationed at the Kurla car shed, undergoing extensive testing and inspection before its official induction. Rail staff can be seen meticulously examining the train's interiors while the motors, housed underneath the coaches, free up additional space for commuters.