A disturbing video has gone viral on social media showing women dangerously hanging from the footboard of a packed Ladies Special local train in Mumbai. The incident occurred on Monday morning after the Kalyan-bound train was delayed by 40 minutes, resulting in severe overcrowding. Several women, desperate to board the train during rush hour, were captured struggling at the door, with one woman barely managing to hold on.
Public Raises Alarm on Safety and Delays
The viral clip was posted by @mumbairailusers on X (formerly Twitter), with the caption:
“#ViralVideo #CRFixLocalTrainDelays Today’s Ladies Special from Kalyan was delayed by 40 mins, forcing women to hang on the footboard—an unsafe and risky commute. Railways term this dangerous, yet delays continue. @AshwiniVaishnaw pls review delay data. @MumRail @rajtoday.”
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Commuters say delays like these are becoming routine, leaving them with no option but to risk their lives during peak hours. Despite repeated warnings from railway officials against footboard travel, many women argue that train irregularities and lack of timely services force them into dangerous situations.
Railways Respond, Action Promised
Railway authorities have acknowledged the incident and escalated the issue to relevant officials. Twitter handles @DrmMumbaiCR and @RPFCR were tagged to seek immediate action. Officials agree that such travel is hazardous and emphasize the urgent need to ensure both timely trains and safe commuting conditions.
This incident once again highlights the daily challenges faced by Mumbai’s local train passengers, especially women. A reliable and secure public transport system, as many commuters pointed out, is not just a convenience, it’s a right.