In a significant move to improve accessibility and comfort for elderly passengers, Central Railway has introduced the first Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) rake featuring a specially renovated compartment exclusively for senior citizens on the Mumbai suburban network.

This initiative, carried out by the Matunga Workshop of Central Railway, follows directives from the Railway Board aimed at enhancing inclusive and commuter-friendly infrastructure. The upgraded rake includes a dedicated senior citizen compartment, created by converting the middle luggage section in the sixth coach from the Mumbai end of the train.

The redesigned compartment is intended to ease the physical strain that elderly passengers often face while boarding and alighting from crowded local trains, particularly during peak hours. The new layout accommodates 13 seats, arranged in a way that provides both comfort and ease of access. Stainless steel tubular partitions have been installed to offer improved visibility and free movement within the compartment. These partitions also include sight-level panels and integrated grab poles for added stability.