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This report investigates the availability, functionality, and current status of the "Khandesh Route" for Microsoft Train Simulator (MSTS). The Khandesh region, located in northwestern Maharashtra, India, is a popular request among Indian railway simulation enthusiasts. The findings indicate that while a specific commercial release titled "Khandesh" is largely defunct, functional versions of the route are available through community modification (modding) groups, specifically those hosted on social media platforms like Facebook. However, users face significant technical hurdles regarding "Work" (installation and dependencies).

The Khandesh Route represents a semi-fictional or heavily customized version of the rail section through the Khandesh region of Maharashtra, primarily focusing on the Bhusawal–Jalgaon–Dhule corridor. It is known for:

While legacy versions were released as freeware, the most current and updated versions of the route are often distributed through community-led "buy" forms or specific Indian simulation platforms like IRTS .

To download the route work details, you can try the following options:

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: Check IRTS.in for high-speed downloads of Indian routes and rolling stock with no speed limits.

Once you have downloaded the ZIP or RAR files (often split into multiple parts), follow these steps to make it work:

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Some versions come with a batch file that copies shapes from default routes (USA1, USA2, Europe). Right-click → Run as Administrator.

: Recent updates focus on realistic Indian Railway elements, such as the new WAG-9 locomotives and specific regional corridors like the Western Dedicated Freight Corridor (DFC). Downloading the Route