On Tuesday afternoon, a significant incident was narrowly avoided at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) in Mumbai when two suburban local trains were routed onto the same track. The error occurred when a train arriving from Badlapur was mistakenly directed to Platform 5, which was already occupied by another train on Platform 4. Fortunately, the operational safety protocols worked effectively, preventing any collision. A senior official from Central Railway (CR) stated that the motorman adhered to the red signal and halted the train in time, ensuring a safe distance of over 120 meters between the two trains. As a precaution, train movement on platforms 5 to 8 was halted at around 3:18 PM, leading to delays in several suburban services. The affected trains were later backed to clear the track and restore normal operations. Following the incident, Central Railway confirmed that an inquiry has been initiated to investigate the circumstances surrounding the routing error, emphasizing the seriousness with which such incidents are treated due to their potential safety implications.