Central Railway`s Mobile UTS (Unreserved Ticketing System) Sahayaks initiative has proved highly successful in easing unreserved ticketing at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT), registering earnings of Rs 3.54 crore from the sale of nearly 1.90 lakh tickets over four months.
Introduced on October 31, 2025, in the Mumbai Division at CSMT, the service has facilitated on-the-spot booking for 2.70 lakh passengers until February 28, 2026. The scheme, aimed at reducing long queues and providing convenient ticketing options, has seen steady growth in popularity, with ticket sales, passenger numbers, and revenue increasing each month, Central Railway said in a press release on Tuesday.
February 2026 topped the performance with 53,033 tickets sold, serving 72,783 passengers and generating Rs 1.08 crore—the highest monthly earnings so far.
The monthly breakdown is as follows:
November 2025: 37,285 tickets, 54,184 passengers, Rs 67.73 lakh
December 2025: 49,167 tickets, 70,462 passengers, Rs 80.56 lakh
January 2026: 50,306 tickets, 72,569 passengers, Rs 97.19 lakh
February 2026: 53,033 tickets, 72,783 passengers, Rs 1.09 crore
Total: 1,89,791 tickets, 2,69,998 passengers, Rs 3,54,34,575.
Currently, three Mobile UTS Sahayaks (M-UTS Sahayaks) operate at CSMT. Equipped with mobile phones and small portable ticket-printing machines strapped to them, they move around the concourse, holding areas, and railway premises to issue unreserved tickets directly to waiting passengers. They also have the option to operate from counters. Passengers can pay via cash or digital modes, making the process quick and hassle-free.
This passenger-friendly initiative aligns with Central Railway`s ongoing efforts to enhance ticketing through systems like ATVMs, UTS, and mobile options, especially during peak and festive seasons.
The Mobile UTS Sahayaks scheme has been rolled out at other major stations across Indian Railways, including New Delhi, Kolkata, Bengaluru, and Chennai.
Central Railway has encouraged commuters to use these services for time-saving convenience and better travel experience.
CR`s Solapur Division adds advanced 8-wheeler tower wagon for future electrification upgrades
The Solapur Division of Central Railway (CR) has inducted a new 8-wheeler tower wagon for its traction distribution (TRD) department, aimed at strengthening electric traction infrastructure and enhancing operational reliability.
Designed for improved stability, safety, and efficiency, the tower wagon will support maintenance teams in carrying out overhead equipment (OHE) works more effectively. It will play a crucial role in the upgradation of the OHE network from the conventional 1X25 kV AC system to the advanced 2X25 kV AC traction system, enabling the division to meet future traffic growth and higher power demands.
With this addition, the Solapur Division now operates 11 tower wagons, improving its capacity for OHE inspection, preventive maintenance, and restoration activities. Officials said the move will help minimise failures, enhance reliability, and ensure smoother and safer train operations across electrified routes.
The new tower wagon was inaugurated by the additional divisional railway manager (ADRM), Solapur, in the presence of officials and staff from the electrical and TRD departments.
