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Mumbai Metro 3: MMRC To Soon Provide Seamless Mobile Network, Currently Connectivity Available Near Ticket Windows & Concourse

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Mumbai Metro 3: MMRC To Soon Provide Seamless Mobile Network, Currently Connectivity Available Near Ticket Windows & Concourse

Mumbai: Mumbai Metro 3’s Phase 1- BKC to Aarey JVLR is set to start today from 11 am. Since a good part of this metro network is underground, Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation Ltd (MMRCL) has made arrangements to provide mobile network connectivity to its commuters to improve their travel experience.

For now, connectivity will be available near ticketing windows and concourse of Metro 3 stations. Other areas like, platforms and tunnels will have mobile network connectivity in due course.

“MMRCL will shortly have seamless 4G and 5G mobile network connectivity from different service providers on all its stations and inside the train,” it said on Sunday besides providing information about key areas nearby including JVLR, SEEPZ Office on its official X handle.

The passengers can purchase single and return journey tickets from mobile application, ticket counters, ticket vending machines and MMRCL website. They can also download the mobile ticketing app available at Google Play and Apple App Store. The tickets will remain valid for 3 hours for to and fro journey. The commuters buying tickets inside stations can use available mobile and wifi network to book their ticket hassle free.

The Phase 1 of the Mumbai Metro 3 was inaugurated by PM Narendra Modi on Saturday, October 5. He also travelled in the Mumbai’s first underground Metro network and interacted with students and workers. CM Eknath Shinde and Dy CM Devendra Fadnavis were also present with PM Modi during his ride from BKC to Aarey.

The entire stretch of Mumbai Metro 3- Colaba-Bandra-Seepz is expected to be operational next year.

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Maharashtra: Discrepancies & Voluntary Withdrawals Lead To Removal Of 2-3 Lakh Women From Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana

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Mumbai: In January, approximately 2-3 lakh women were removed from the Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana. Some applications were found to have discrepancies during the verification process, while others voluntarily requested to be excluded from the scheme.

Statement Of Women & Child Development Minister Aditi Tatkare

Women and Child Development Minister Aditi Tatkare told the Media, “Given the ongoing verification process, it is currently difficult to determine the exact number of women who have been removed from the scheme. This process is expected to take around four to five months,” she said.

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1000 Cops To Be Deployed At Coldplay Concert Venue In Navi Mumbai

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Thane: Nearly 1,000 cops will be deployed to maintain law and order during the Coldplay concert in Navi Mumbai, police said on Friday.

As part of their ‘Music of the Spheres World Tour’, the British rock group has three shows scheduled at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai on January 18, 19 and 21.

Nearly 45,000 fans are expected to attend the event, for which elaborate security arrangements have been made, said a release by the Navi Mumbai police.

The release said 70 officers and 434 policemen will be inside the stadium as part of their bandobast. Also, 21 officers and 440 policemen will be deployed outside the stadium each day, it said.

Heavy vehicles from Uran, Nhavasheva, Pune and Thane have been banned in the area during these days. The Thane city police have also issued similar directives, restricting the movement of heavy vehicles within their jurisdiction.

There are designated parking areas during the event, the release added.

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Police Issues Traffic Advisory Ahead Of TATA Mumbai Marathon 2025; Check Details

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Mumbai: The Mumbai Traffic Police department has issued a traffic advisory for residents ahead of TATA Marathon 2025 which will take place on January 19. The Mumbai Traffic Police has issued an advisory, to inform commuters about the traffic arrangements and road closures. The authorities have appealed to citizens to cooperate and plan their travel accordingly to avoid any inconvenience.

According to the advisory issued, a total of 63 routes have been blocked by the Mumbai traffic police issuing ‘no entry’ to vehicles on the route due to marathon.

The TATA Marathon is all set to take place on January 19, 2025, across Greater Mumbai with thousands of runners participating in the event. To ensure a seamless and safe experience for the runners, the authorities have made special traffic arrangements along the marathon route.

The Marathon will take place from 3 am to 2 pm on January 19, Sunday. The marathon route will be closed to regular traffic, providing a free way for the runners to complete their journey.

The traffic restrictions will be in place to prevent any disruptions or congestion that might hinder the progress of the runners. The police has informed about alternative routes that can be taken to avoid congestion.

In their advisory, Mumbai Traffic Police has informed about the categories of marathon and the routes that are to be taken for each category leads to closure of a few routes.

The TATA Marathon 2025 will have seven categories, Full Marathon (Amateur) which will take place from CSMT Dr D N Road to OCS Junction covering 42.195 kilometers, Full Marathon (Elite) which will take place from CSMT Dr D N Road to CSMT Junction covering 42.195 kilometres, Half Marathon and Police Cup will take place from Mahim reti bunder to OCS junction, 10 KM Run starting from CSMT to OCS Junction, Senior citizen run starting from CSMT to OCS Junction covering 4.2 kilometers, champions with disability run covers 1.30 Kilometers from CSMT to OCS junction and Dream Run Marathon from CSMT to Metro Junction covering 5.9 kilometers.

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