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Western Railway defends Mumbai Central facade makeover

As mid-day report generates debate over the aesthetics of new paint coat for heritage facade, officials visit station, say will put up board explaining the idea behind makeover

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The painted heritage facade of Mumbai Central railway station on Sunday. Pic/Bipin Kokate

The painted heritage facade of Mumbai Central railway station on Sunday. Pic/Bipin Kokate

As its attempts to paint the Mumbai Central station with vibrant hues drew bouquets and brickbats, the Western Railway on Tuesday sought to explain the colour scheme. Its General Manager Alok Kansal, who visited the station on Tuesday, said the facade makeover envisions features of Mumbai that are distinctly its own, exploring the city’s architecture, history, and culture while also traversing the essence of the railways.

City’s fishing boats are among the features that have been depicted
City’s fishing boats are among the features that have been depicted

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