P.V.Anandpadmanabhan
In an unfortunate incident, around eight passengers travelling by a suburban local train fell off between Diva and Mumbra stations at around 09:10 hrs.
The incident was first informed by the Train Manager of an Kasara – CSMT local train. Emergency response teams, including ambulances and Railway Medical staff, were immediately dispatched to the site, and the injured passengers were swiftly transported to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Hospital, Kalva, and Civil Hospital, Thane, for prompt medical attention.
As per the latest information received, four individuals have unfortunately lost their lives, while others are under treatment. Central Railway deeply mourns the loss of lives and extends heartfelt condolences to the families of the deceased.
Senior Railway officials rushed to the site & hospital to meet the injured and assess the situation. All possible medical assistance is being provided to the injured.
From preliminary investigation it is found out that the passengers were travelling on footboard.
Consequenty, to avoid similar incidences in future all new locals inducted will be Air-conditioned with automatic door closure systems.
Also a decision of retrofitment of all existing suburban trains is taken by Railway Board.
Preliminary inquiries are being conducted to determine the reasons & circumstances that led to the tragic incidence. Train operations across the section remain unaffected.
