Western Railway services were affected by cyclonic winds near Vaitarna, possibly the effects of cyclone Biparjoy that is developing over the Arabian Sea.

Sources in Western Railway said an overhead wire mast between Virar and Vaitarna fell down due to cyclonic winds between Vaitarna and Virar on Saturday. The UP line to Churchgate was affected.

Western Railway chief public relations officer Sumit Thakur confirmed the development. “An OHE mast has separated from the foundation. It is bridge No 90 on Vaitarna Virar UP line. Work on the adjacent, bridge of DFCCIL is in progress. The OHE mast will be separated and the line will be given fit with speed restriction,” he said.

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