In recent weeks, technical issues have affected services. To address these concerns, MMRDA has constituted a Committee for a detailed enquiry.
In a decisive step towards strengthening and modernising the Mumbai Monorail system, the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has announced the temporary suspension of Monorail services from September 20, 2025.
This planned block will allow faster integration of new Rolling Stock, advanced CBTC signalling upgrades, and refurbishment of the existing fleet – ensuring safer, smoother, and more reliable operations for Mumbaikars. The Communication-Based Train Control (CBTC) system, indigenously developed Hyderabad, is being installed for the first time in the Mumbai Monorail.
5 Electronic Interlockings installed across 32 locations – testing underway.260 Wi-Fi Access Points, 500 RFID Tags, 90 Train Detection Systems, and multiple WATC units already installed.Wayside signalling work completed – integrated testing in progress.This state-of-the-art system will enhance safety, reduce train intervals, and improve service reliability.MMRDA has procured 10 new Make-in-India rakes from M/s MEDHA in collaboration with SMH Rail.
With services running daily from 6:15 AM to 11:30 PM, only 3.5 hours at night remain for installation and testing. This limited window slows progress, as safety protocols require the power rail to be switched off, discharged, and recharged before each day’s operations.
Accordingly, Monorail services in both directions between Chembur and Sant Gadge Maharaj Chowk will remain suspended until further notice. Citizens are requested to plan their travel accordingly.During this period, retrofitment of old rakes will also be carried out to ensure they return to service without technical glitches.
MMRDA assures that this suspension is not a pause, but a forward-looking step towards delivering a safer, faster, and more efficient Monorail. The upgraded system will not only improve reliability but also strengthen public transport integration across Mumbai’s eastern corridor.
“By inducting new rakes, deploying advanced CBTC signalling, and refurbishing the existing fleet, we are ensuring that the system becomes safer, more dependable, and future-ready,” Mukherjee said.
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