Vistadome coach on Pune-Mumbai route a hit among passengers

The Vistadome coach on the Mumbai-Pune Deccan Express has received an overwhelming response from passengers. According to the Railways, there was a 100 per cent response initially when the coach was launched on June 26 this year. In July, the Deccan Express had 95 % occupancy, and in August, it was 97 % and in September 92%.

Looking at the initial response to the train service, the Central Railway (CR) had added the Vistadome coach to Mumbai-Pune Deccan Queen Superfast Express on August 15, 2021. Deccan Queen saw 92% occupancy in August and 79% in September.

Shivaji Sutar, chief public relations officers (CPRO), Central Railways, said, “There is a huge demand for the Vistadome coach on Deccan Express and also Deccan Queen. Many passengers like to enjoy the panoramic view through the gallery.”