The Pune Railway Division is trying to retain the MEMU (Mainline Electric Multiple Unit) train operating between Pune and Daund, while the Bhusawal Division insists on taking it back. The Daund-Pune MEMU train was temporarily given to Pune, but its return is imminent after the DEMU (Diesel Electric Multiple Unit) operating...
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on the same route is repaired and returned to Pune on June 16th. This decision was made on the condition that the MEMU train be returned to Bhusawal after the DEMU's return, making the MEMU's stay in Pune uncertain. Pune Division is putting pressure on the Central Railway Headquarters to keep the MEMU. Locals are urged to take a more proactive stance, beyond mere petitions, to retain the MEMU service, as the Railway Board may take notice of a protest or 'rail roko'. The Divisional Railway Manager of Pune, Indu Dube, stated that they are trying to keep the MEMU and are working with higher authorities. Nikhil Kachi, a member of the Divisional Railway Advisory Committee, emphasized the need for the MEMU train, highlighting the higher passenger volume compared to the DEMU. He also advocated for declaring the Pune-Daund section as a suburban zone, citing the high passenger traffic.