Saralnama
To accommodate increased passenger demand during the upcoming Ganesh Chaturthi festival starting August 27, Central Railway has temporarily increased the Mumbai CSMT–Madgaon Vande Bharat Express train coaches from 8 to 16. This augmentation applies to train numbers 22229 and 22230 on specific dates between August 25 and 30. The move aims to ensure passenger comfort amid the festive rush. Alongside the coach increase, Central Railway has raised ticket prices for these dates, with AC Chair Car fares set at Rs 1,835 and Executive Chair Car at Rs 3,375. Passengers are advised to plan their journeys accordingly. The Vande Bharat Express is operated and maintained by the Central Railway zone. (Updated 24 Aug 2025, 08:40 IST; source: link)