India, Aug. 24 -- The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) on Saturday announced extended operating hours for Metro Lines 2A and 7 during Ganeshotsav, with services running until midnight from August 27 to September 6.

The decision was taken to handle the expected surge in passengers during the 10-day Ganesh festival, which draws massive crowds across Mumbai.

MMRDA said in a release that the last trains from Andheri West on Line 2A and Gundavali on Line 7 will now depart at 12 am, instead of the usual 11 pm, reported news agency PTI.

"In this period, trains will run more frequently during weekday peak hours and with a 10-minute headway on Sundays, ensuring safe, reliable, and convenient travel for all," said MMRDA c...