The Mumbai Suburban Railway System, often referred to as the city's lifeline, continues to witness an increasing number of passengers commuting daily. The Central Railway network alone carries approximately 3.9 million passengers each day across 1,810 services. Among these, 66 air-conditioned (AC) local services cater to around 76,836 passengers per day, offering enhanced travel comfort. However, the growing issue of irregular travel has prompted authorities to intensify ticket-checking campaigns, leading to a substantial rise in penalties imposed on fare evaders.

In an ongoing effort to curb unauthorised travel and maintain the integrity of the suburban railway system, the Mumbai Division of Central Railway has been conducting rigorous ticket-checking drives in AC locals and at railway stations. These special checks aim to penalise ticketless travellers while deterring others from engaging in irregular travel.