* Rajya rani which is presently a second fiddle to the famed Panchwati, shall gain in utility & importance after extension, as it will connect important cities like Aurangabad, Jalna, Parbhani, Nanded to Mumbai.
* Journey distance shall be increased from 257kms to 604kms and journey time from 4:35 hrs to 11:30 hrs, additional rake shall be required. SL, ACIII coaches should be attached in addition to ACC, S & Gen coaches.