A stampede occurred at Bandra station early on October 27, injuring nine people as passengers rushed to board the delayed Bandra-Gorakhpur Express. CCTV footage circulating on social media captures the chaotic scene as crowds pushed and shoved to enter the train. The train, scheduled to depart at 5:15 AM, arrived late at platform number 1, prompting a surge of passengers around 2:55 AM. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) attributed the chaos to the festive rush leading up to Diwali, with demand for seats far exceeding the platform's capacity. Of the injured, seven are reported to be in stable condition, while two individuals sustained serious injuries. Authorities are investigating the incident to ensure passenger safety in the future.
28 October,2024 12:22 PM IST
Bandra stampede which occurred as many passengers were traveling home for Chhath Puja and Diwali celebrations, has raised serious concerns. Subhash Pasi, a former MLA from Uttar Pradesh and current BJP karyakarta in Mumbai, highlighted the chaos caused by overcrowded trains during this festive season. He expressed his deep concern for the safety of passengers and demanded justice for those affected by the incident. Pasi emphasized the need for accountability and better management to prevent such tragedies in the future, calling for compensation for the injured. His comments reflect a growing call for improved railway safety measures to ensure the well-being of passengers during peak travel times.
27 October,2024 02:09 PM IST
A stampede at Bandra Terminus in Mumbai on 27th October injured nine people as passengers rushed to board a train to Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) reported that the situation was chaotic due to the festive rush before Diwali. The train, number 22921, was supposed to leave at 5:15 AM but arrived late at platform number 1. Around 2:55 AM, many passengers gathered at the platform, leading to a surge when they tried to enter the general compartment of the train. Due to overcrowding on train, the Bandra-Gorakhpur Express, passenger demand exceeded platform capacity, resulting in injuries. Of the injured, seven are in stable condition, while two have serious injuries. Eyewitnesses of the Bandra stampede described panic at the scene, with one man seen sitting on a bench with a torn shirt and visibly in pain. The BMC confirmed that emergency services responded quickly, and the injured were taken to Bhabha Hospital for treatment. They assured the public that the situation is now under control at the terminus. However, Western Railway has issued an official statement downplaying the incident, reporting only two injuries from the stampede. The WR’s statement contrasts with hospital reports indicating nine injuries, two of which are critical.
27 October,2024 12:11 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
