Mumbai: The 'maximum city' appears to be reaching its limit on the number of people it can support, as overcrowding in public transportation has sparked worries following the tragic incident at Thane station, where 13 individuals fell, and some lost their lives. Several videos from morning hours on Monday, July 7, depict a stampede-like scenario taking place at Ghatkopar railway station and the metro station.
The video shows a massive crowd filling the area to its limit, using escalators and searching for a way into the metro; a small escalation could have quickly led to a deadly incident. Online users have varied responses, with some calling for action from officials while others criticise individuals for their irresponsibility.
Another video from Ghatkopar has been shared, showing men forcefully pushing and jumping from a moving train as they exit at Ghatkopar station. The video was shared on Reddit, where the user mentioned it was a routine local commute problem and that the train was a fast train to Ghatkopar, recorded three days ago.
The viral video from Mumbai's Ghatkopar station captures severe overcrowding on local trains, raising questions about this chaotic situation becoming the "new normal" for commuters. The footage depicts passengers densely packed, creating a near-stampede environment.
This highlights daily challenges faced by millions using the suburban rail network. Reactions online vary from disbelief to acceptance, indicating how entrenched the issue has become. Commuters report overcrowding at multiple stations, especially during peak hours. The video has intensified discussions about public infrastructure and commuter safety, urging improvements and a reassessment of what should be acceptable in commuting conditions.
Videos emerging from Ghatkopar station have sparked chills and concerns about commuter safety and what the government is doing to tackle overcrowding in public transport, particularly in Mumbai local trains. The overcrowding and cramped conditions in local trains have become a concerning norm, and given the population increase from migration and births, real measures must be taken to address these problems.
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