Mumbai Celebrates 34 Years of Ladies Special Local Train Service
Mumbai local welcomes women commuters with roses as ladies' special train turns 34
Hindustan Times
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Mumbai's Western Railway Division celebrated the 34th anniversary of its ladies special local train service, the world's first women-only train service introduced on May 5, 1992. Women commuters were greeted with roses, highlighting the service's importance in providing safer travel options in the city's busy suburban railway network.
- 01The ladies special local train service in Mumbai marks its 34th anniversary.
- 02This service was the world's first women-only train, launched on May 5, 1992.
- 03Women commuters received roses as part of the anniversary celebration.
- 04The service aims to provide safer and more comfortable travel for women.
- 05It has become an essential part of daily commuting for many women in Mumbai.
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Mumbai's Western Railway Division recently celebrated the 34th anniversary of its ladies special local train service, which was first introduced on May 5, 1992. This service, recognized as the world's first women-only train, was designed to offer women a safer and more comfortable commuting option within the city's congested suburban railway system. To commemorate this milestone, ticket-checking staff distributed roses to women passengers aboard the 5:39 ladies special train, transforming an ordinary commute into a joyful experience. The initiative has played a significant role in empowering women commuters over the years, becoming a vital part of daily travel for many in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region. The celebration served as a reminder of the deep connection between the ladies special trains and Mumbai's commuting culture.
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The ladies special train service has significantly improved the commuting experience for women in Mumbai, providing them with a dedicated and safer travel option.
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