Mumbai: Despite campaign, rise in track deaths
Data reveals shocking death toll and injuries, activist blames poor fencing and increasing crowds
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Data reveals shocking death toll and injuries, activist blames poor fencing and increasing crowds
MUMBAI — At the height of the Mumbai rush hour, boarding a train is about as easy as finding a comfortable position in a rugby scrum. On the overcrowded platform, those wearing glasses carefully tuck them away in their cases before taking a deep breath and pushing into the compact crowd of passenger...
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The report reveals the absence of fire detection and suppression systems in these trains, posing a significant risk to the safety of millions of passengers.
In its 2021-22 annual report, the Chief Commissioner of Railway Safety (CCRS) has drawn attention to the concerning state of fire safety measures in Indian Railways, especially in local trains.