Mumbai’s local train services welcomed the New Year 2026 with a unique and heartwarming gesture as they marked the moment with a coordinated honking of EMU local trains at the stroke of midnight. As the clock
struck 12 am, the familiar sound of train horns echoed through Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT), creating what commuters fondly described as “The Honking Show.”
The symbolic act turned the bustling terminus into a moment of collective celebration, reflecting the spirit of Mumbai, resilient, united and always on the move. Railway staff and early-morning commuters paused to witness the rare gesture as suburban trains briefly joined the city’s New Year celebrations. The midnight honks served as a warm greeting from the city’s transport lifeline, welcoming 2026 with optimism, gratitude and a tribute to millions who rely daily on Mumbai’s local trains.
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