Mumbai: A stampede occurred at Platform No. 1 of Bandra Terminus on Sunday early morning resulting in injuries to nine passengers, with two individuals currently reported in critical condition. The incident occurred at approximately 5:56 a.m. as a large crowd gathered to board the Bandra-Gorakhpur Express, scheduled for departure at 5:10 a.m.
The sudden rush and congestion on the platform triggered panic among passengers, causing a stampede that left multiple people injured. The train, scheduled for an early-morning departure, had already drawn significant crowds when the incident took place, further intensifying the crowd density on the platform.
Details On The Injured
Medical Officer Dr. Ritesh from Bandra Bhaba Hospital confirmed that nine passengers have been admitted for treatment. The following individuals were reported as stable: Shabbir Abdul Rehman (40), Parmeshwar Sukhdar Gupta (28), Ravindra Harihar Chuma (30), Ramsevak Ravindra Prasad Prajapati (29), Sanjay Tilakram Kangay (27), Divyanshu Yogendra Yadav (18), and Mohammad Shareef Shaikh (25). However, two patients, Indrajith Sahani (19) and Noor Mohammad Shaikh (18), remain in critical condition under close observation.
According to initial reports, overcrowding on the platform appears to have contributed to the incident, as passengers scrambled to board the train before its scheduled departure. Rail authorities have since implemented measures to control the crowd and ensure passenger safety on the platform.
Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident to prevent future occurrences. Further updates will be provided as the situation develops.
Railways Issue Statement
Western Railway in their statement on the incident said, "On October 27, 2024, around 2:45 a.m., passenger train number 22921 Antyodaya Express was slowly being placed from the BDTS yard onto Platform No. 1. During this process, some passengers present on the platform attempted to board the moving train, resulting in two passengers falling and getting injured. The on-duty RPF, GRP, and Home Guard personnel promptly took action, ensuring the injured passengers were admitted to the nearby Bhabha Government Hospital. As per the doctors' report, the injured passengers are currently in stable condition."
"Passengers are requested not to board or alight from moving trains, as this is extremely dangerous. In view of Diwali and Chhath festivals, more than 130 festival special trains have been arranged to transport passengers to various destinations across the country, particularly to states like Uttar Pradesh and Bihar," the statement further read.
