Mumbai: Mumbai Metro Line 1 (Versova-Andheri-Ghatkopar Metro Project) is experiencing increasing overcrowding, with its four-coach configuration proving to be insufficient. This issue was highlighted by a Mumbaikar on X this Saturday in a post by user Zoru Bhathena.
He mentioned on the post saying “Mumbai Metro Line 1: Packed, with only 4 coaches. Mumbai Metro Line 2: Not packed, with 6 coaches. Mumbai Metro Line 3: Empty, with 8 coaches. My Mumbai Metro: Putting money on the wrong coaches''.
Post by Zoru Bhathena on X
In his post, Zoru Bhathena urged the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) to allocate resources more effectively to the appropriate routes and coaches.
Commuters using Metro Line 1 have reported severe overcrowding during peak hours, and they are requesting the addition of more coaches.
Impact of Insufficient Coaches on Commuters
Speaking to the Free Press Journal (FPJ), daily commuter Saniya Patel expressed her concerns about traveling on Mumbai Metro Line 1 due to overcrowding, She said “Traveling on Mumbai Metro Line 1 is difficult due to the crowd. A friend of mine has experienced inappropriate touching. Some passengers get too close in the crowd, which is unacceptable. The Maharashtra government needs to address the overcrowding issue by adding more coaches to this line."
Another commuter added, “I travel to Marol every day, and since I catch the 9 AM train, it’s always crowded. As soon as the doors open, people push from behind to find a place to sit or stand. There’s often chaos, arguments, and frustration. The only solution to this issue is adding more coaches to Metro Line 1''. Also, a suggestion: wear your headphones wisely!
Reactions on X to Zoru Bhathena's post
In response to the post, users expressed their concerns while saying: “Looks like Line 1 the authorities are not serious about addressing overcrowding. Better increase the coaches and pray that god saves from mishaps''.
Other user mentioned on the comment while saying “Absolutely right. The number of coaches on Metro Line 1 needs to be increased.”
Asking for the help a user said “What is the problem? Dont U guys see the sad reality! Dont U wanna sort! Is it something that U can't solve it. Some sadistic pleasure! Mumbai Metro one needs support and that's intentionally not been given?? Taqleef kyaa hai bhai?
Comparing with local train a user stated that “How else can the local travellers feel their pain? Metro 1 deekha?
Another user said ''They should use the empty coaches from Line 3 for Line 1. Line 3 can even operate with just 2 coaches.”
As overcrowding remains a significant concern, many are calling for immediate solutions to address the issues faced by passengers on Metro Line 1.
