Mumbai Commuters Raise Safety Concerns At Kalwa Station

A commuter rights group, Mumbai Rail Pravasi Sangha, has raised concerns over the safety of passengers at Kalwa station in Mumbai. The group claims that four commuters have fallen from running local trains at the same spot over the past three days.

The group alleges that the closure of a route near the Kalwa car shed has forced commuters to take risky measures to board trains. They also claim that commuters have experienced jerks at the spot and have urged Central Railway to investigate the matter and take corrective action within 15 days.

The commuter association has shared videos showing local trains halted on the tracks and surrounded by commuters, alleging that passengers are being forced to risk their lives to reach their workplaces. They have questioned the accountability of railway authorities and sought intervention from Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, and the Prime Minister's Office.

However, Central Railway has disputed the claim of four such incidents. According to CPRO Dr Swapnil Nila, the lines at the Kalwa car shed were being unauthorizedly used by commuters to board trains, and this practice has now been stopped. Nila said that only one case of a commuter falling from a train had been reported a few days earlier.

The Railway Protection Force and Government Railway Police have been asked to provide details of the incidents. The CPRO has also requested the commuter association to immediately report such incidents to the authorities so that appropriate action can be taken.

The safety concerns raised by the commuter association are a cause for concern, as the Kalwa station is a busy hub for commuters. The association's allegations of overcrowding and jerks at the spot are also a matter of concern.

The commuter association has threatened to stage a protest if the railway authorities do not take corrective action within 15 days. The association's demands for improved safety measures and accountability from railway authorities are legitimate concerns that need to be addressed.

The incident highlights the need for improved safety measures and infrastructure at railway stations. The railway authorities must take immediate action to address the concerns raised by the commuter association and ensure the safety of passengers.

In conclusion, the safety concerns raised by the commuter association at Kalwa station are a serious issue that needs to be addressed. The railway authorities must take immediate action to improve safety measures and infrastructure at the station to prevent such incidents in the future.