Mumbai local trains for general public may not start for next 3-4 weeks

The resumption of Mumbai local trains services for the general public may be further delayed by the next three-four weeks, Municipal Commissioner Iqbal Singh Chahal said. He further added that, amid the rise in coronavirus cases and the fear of a second wave in Mumbai, it may be delayed.

In a press conference Municipal Commissioner Iqbal Singh Chahal said "The next 3 to 4 weeks will be very important for Mumbai. The situation will be reviewed after 3 to 4 weeks and only then a decision would be taken. However, no further restrictions will be imposed in the city". He also expressed his concern over the increase in the number of coronavirus patients in the city.

Teaching and non-teaching staff have been granted permission to travel by Mumbai local trains, but the passengers have to carry proper identity cards and students will have to carry the hall tickets for Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Education Examination. This permission is valid until December 10,2020 to travel by suburban services.

Municipal Commissioner Iqbal Singh Chahal explained that there were plans to reopen swimming pools, schools and local trains for the general public, but due to an increase in coronavirus cases in Mumbai, it will remain closed till next notice.