Mumbai CSMT’s Unique New Year Celebration With Trains Honking In Symphony (Screengrab) | X/@AshwiniVaishnaw)
Mumbai: As the clock struck midnight, the iconic Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus (CST) station echoed with a symphony of train horns, marking the continuation of its unique tradition to welcome the new year. The video of all trains honking at the CSMT honking in unison is being widely shared on social media platforms.
Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw also shared the video on his official X (formerly known as Twitter) to wish everyone a happy new year. In the video, all the trains at the CSMT station and rail shed started to honk as soon as the clock at the railway station showed 00:00.
Passengers started cheering as the clock struck midnight. In the video, passengers could be seen capturing the moment.
How X Users Reacted:
“What a way to welcome 2025 by #indianrailways Central Railway was the only zone to organize this — a horn fest at #Mumbai CSMT, where people and railfans gathered to celebrate the arrival of the New Year 2025,” one of the users wrote on X.
“As the unique tradition continues, Every #NewYear in #Mumbai is welcomed with honking of locals at Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus & various other Carsheds. It resembles the fresh start amongst Mumbaikars, Binded together with our Lifeline,” another X user said.
New Year Celebrations In Mumbai:
Thousands of revellers in India’s financial capital gathered at the lively waterfront overlooking the Arabian Sea. The festivities began with parties, cultural events and themed decorations. Fireworks were also held at iconic Marine Drive.
