The Solapur Division of Central Railway on Wednesday celebrated 50 years of the 12116/12115 Solapur-Mumbai (CSMT) Siddheshwar Superfast Express, one of the most trusted trains connecting Solapur with Mumbai.

Launched on April 8, 1976, the Siddheshwar Express was introduced as a dedicated overnight service between the two cities. Over the decades, it has evolved into a key rail link for thousands of daily commuters, business travellers and pilgrims, strengthening socio-economic ties between Solapur and the state capital.