Central Railway Zone

The Central Railway zone is one of the most important railway zones in Indian Railways. It plays a major role in connecting major cities of the country. This zone is headquartered in Mumbai and has five divisions: Mumbai, Nagpur, Bhusawal, Pune, and Solapur. The Central Railway zone was established in 1951, covering major parts of Maharashtra and some parts of North-Eastern and Southern parts of Madhya Pradesh. This zone is responsible for taking care of different departments in Indian Railways, catering to passengers' needs and preferences. You can book train tickets online for the Central Railway zone route. Millions of people commute daily on the route coming under this jurisdiction. The divisions handled by the Central Railway zone not only help more than 4 lakh passengers travel every day but also carry out the transport of goods from one place to another. Several passenger, express, and superfast trains operate under the Central Railway zone. Among them are Deccan Queen, Gitanjali Express, Pushpak Express and others. The General Manager heads the Central Railway zone.

Below is a list of divisions handled by the Central Railway zone in Indian Railways.

• Mumbai: The headquarters of Mumbai divisions is located at Mumbai CSMT. The two oldest Indian Railways workshops were established in Parel and Matunga in the Mumbai division. This division is approximately 599 km in size and falls under the jurisdiction of Maharashtra. Also, you must know that the Mumbai division is running Narrow Gauge trains between Neral and Matheran, a popular tourist destination. This division has eco-smart stations, such as CSMT, DR, KYN, and many others, to seek suggestions or receive complaints from passengers sent to the email IDs of their respective stations.
• Bhusawal: This division is headquartered in Bhusawal. Nearly 150 trains operate through Bhusawal. Besides transporting passengers, this division also plays an important role in transporting goods from one place to another. A list of eco-smart stations in Bhusawal stations are AK, AMI, BD, BSL and many others to seek suggestions via email sent to their respective stations.
• Nagpur: This division is headquartered in Nagpur. Like other divisions in the Central Railway zone, it has the facility to send suggestions or complaints via email to NGP, BPQ, WR, and other stations.
• Solapur: This division's head office is in Solapur. The list of eco-smart stations in this division includes SUR, ANG, DD, and others. Passengers can send suggestions or complaints to the email addresses of their respective stations.
• Pune: This division is headquartered in Pune. This division's major departments are accounts, commercial, administration, medical, personnel, signal & telecom, electrical, safety and more. Passengers who want to send feedback or complaints regarding the train can reach out to railway stations in this division via email, such as PA, KOP, and MRJ.

Below is a list of departments handled by the Central Railway zone.

• Accounts: In this department, the zone is responsible for providing timely financial advice, maintaining financial records, preparing budget, checking all transactions, and other financial related activities.
• Commercial: The Central Railway zone deals with marketing and sales of this division. They deal with claiming refund, passenger amenities, research & development, catering & vending, commercial advertising and publicity of trains falling under this jurisdiction.
• Medical: In this department, railway officials provide curative and rehabilitative services to railways. They offer passengers medical assistance, monitor railway station health care facilities, implement National Health programs and more.
• Safety: This department ensures safety equipment at all railway stations coming under the Central Railway zone. The railway officials carry out safety inspections, prepare posters and safety drives, and monitor staff involved in the maintenance of safety operations.

The Central Railway Zone provides extensive passenger and freight services, contributing significantly to the country's transport infrastructure.

• Passenger Services: The Central Railway offers various passenger services catering to diverse travel needs. It operates suburban, long-distance, and express trains. This zone operates long-distance trains connecting major cities like Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur, and Solapur with various parts of India. These trains offer different classes of travel, including General, Sleeper, AC, and Chair Car, to accommodate all types of passengers.
• Freight Services: The Central Railway Zone plays a pivotal role in the transportation of goods essential for the economy. It facilitates the movement of commodities such as coal, petroleum, cement, and food grains across the country.
• Technological Services: The Central Railway Zone adopts technology to enhance service quality and efficiency. It offers a seamless online ticket booking experience for users, providing real-time train running status and e-catering services to enhance passengers' travelling experience. Also, the zone has implemented modern signalling systems and track maintenance technologies to ensure safe train operations.
• Station Facilities: Railway stations under the Central Railway Zone are equipped with amenities to enhance passenger comfort. These stations provide facilities like waiting rooms, food plazas, and digital information boards at major stations.

The Central Railway Zone is a vital part of India's rail network. It provides extensive passenger and freight services, embraces technological advancements, and continuously enhances infrastructure. Its efficient operations support economic activities and ensure seamless connectivity, making it indispensable to the region's transportation system. So, what are you waiting for? Book your train tickets on redRail by redBus now!