Mumbai’s Bandra Station, one of the city’s oldest suburban railway stations, marks its 165th anniversary in July 2025. This Grade-I heritage station stands as a testament to Mumbai’s rich colonial history and evolving urban culture.
The station opened in 1860, originally named Bandora. It was part of the Bombay, Baroda, and Central India Railway (BB&CI) suburban line. The current building was completed in 1888, showcasing Victorian-Gothic architecture with unique baroque cast-iron pillars.
Bandra Station once operated a “meat train” service in the 19th century to deliver fresh meat across Mumbai. This service stopped in 1879.
The station handles over 3 lakh (300,000) passengers daily, making it one of Mumbai’s busiest suburban hubs.
It holds Grade-I heritage status, a rare honor shared by only a few stations like Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus and Churchgate.
Many original iron pillars at Bandra Station were imported from Britain, standing as some of India’s oldest cast-iron railway structures.
To mark this milestone, Western Railway is hosting a month-long cultural festival called Bandra Station Mahotsav from June 20 to July 27, 2025. The festival features:
Light and sound shows on July 5 and 6 that highlight the station’s architectural beauty and historic journey
Photo exhibitions capturing the station’s role in Mumbai’s growth
Art, vlog, and badge-making competitions inspired by the station’s heritage
A community clean-up drive and beautification efforts enhancing the station’s charm
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Bandra Station is not just a transit point; it is a cultural landmark that reflects India’s railway legacy. Its architectural charm and historical significance make it an important icon in India’s transportation history.
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