Vande Bharat Express navigates waterlogged tracks near Kanjur Marg amid heavy rains
A semi-high-speed Vande Bharat Express train successfully navigated through heavily waterlogged railway tracks near Kanjur Marg in Mumbai during continuous heavy monsoon rainfall over the past several days. Despite the severe track inundation, which was captured in a widely shared video, railway operations in the area remained functional, albeit with slower services.
The viral video footage showed the Vande Bharat Express moving steadily through the accumulated rainwater on the tracks. As the train passed through the flooded section, it sent large sprays of water shooting up on both sides. The striking visuals drew significant attention online from commuters and residents monitoring the city's transport network during the monsoon.
Mumbai has been experiencing relentless downpours, leading to widespread waterlogging in multiple low-lying areas. The heavy rains have caused traffic congestion, inundated several stretches of road, and delayed daily commutes for thousands of residents. In response to the persistent weather conditions, local authorities have urged citizens to avoid unnecessary travel and remain alert as more rain is forecast.
The southwest monsoon regularly brings intense downpours to the city between June and September. During these periods of extremely heavy rain, local train services and road transport systems frequently face significant weather-related challenges.
Despite the difficult conditions near Kanjur Marg and other parts of the network, railway operations have largely continued. Railway authorities have been keeping a close watch on the situation, monitoring track conditions and weather updates to ensure passenger safety while maintaining train movement wherever possible. Services on some routes have been running slower than usual.
There have been no official reports suggesting that the Vande Bharat Express shown in the video suffered any operational issues because of the waterlogged tracks. The footage, however, has sparked fresh discussions online regarding the city's infrastructure. While some netizens praised the train's engineering and capability, others expressed concern over the extent of waterlogging and questioned Mumbai's drainage systems.
