Bombay High Court suggest Railways to Install Automatic Doors After Mumbai Local Train Deaths

The Bombay High Court expressed alarm over frequent deaths caused by falls from overcrowded Mumbai local trains, urging Central Railways to consider installing automatic closed doors to prevent such tragedies.

The concern arose after 13 passengers fell near Mumbra on June 9, killing 4 and injuring 9. The Court noted that around 10 people die daily in train-related incidents.

The court found that current safety measures are insufficient, like platform dividers and reducing platform gaps.

The bench also directed that citizen suggestions be considered by the Railways' committee formed under the Zero Deaths Mission. The matter will be heard again in due course.