Thane Railway Station Gets New Escalators On Platforms 5 And 6 As Diwali Gift; MP Naresh Mhaske Announces Major Upgrades
Thane: Lok Sabha MP Naresh Mhaske has announced a series of passenger-centric infrastructure upgrades for the Thane Railway Station, highlighting the newly inaugurated escalators on platforms 5 and 6 as a special Diwali gift for daily commuters. Addressing the media during his visit to the station, the Member of Parliament emphasized that transforming Thane’s railway facilities remains a top…
Thane's Thane Railway Station has received a Diwali gift in the form of new escalators installed on platforms 5 and 6. This upgrade comes as a response to frequent demands from passengers, particularly senior citizens, persons with disabilities and those carrying heavy luggage.
Addressing the media, Lok Sabha MP Naresh Mhaske underlined his commitment to transforming Thane's railway facilities given the massive daily passenger flow. He also announced several key infrastructure upgrades at the station. A new passenger toilet developed in collaboration with DMART has been inaugurated, with further sanitation blocks in the pipeline.
Mhaske highlighted that Thane handles approximately 90 million passengers annually, pointing out that he has raised concerns with the Railway Board over a policy he believes should prioritize passenger comfort over revenue generation. He also announced plans to extend platform lengths to accommodate 15-car local trains, ensuring smooth services for suspended or constrained trains.
Mhaske discussed the upcoming new Thane railway station project, noting that approach road construction by the Thane Municipal Corporation is complete. Financial constraints, however, led to discussions with railway authorities and metro project administration to streamline funding and land transfer.
The rehabilitation of nearby Indira Nagar slum residents is also underway to facilitate ongoing construction. Meanwhile, Thane's Upvan Lake is set to host the first-ever Diwali Wonderland 2026 from November 6, featuring performances by over 50 artists.
Targeting intra-city connectivity, MP Mhaske confirmed that the Thane Metro project is slated to commence operations by December. A political decision also led to the cancellation of the grand Diwali festival celebrations typically organized by Shiv Sena in Thane East, with funds being redirected to support drought-affected farmers across Maharashtra.
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