Man Seriously Injured After Falling Into Train Gap at Thane Station
A 30-year-old man sustained serious injuries to his limbs after falling into the gap between the platform and a train at Thane station late Tuesday, according to officials who provided details on Wednesday. The incident underscores persistent safety issues at the busy railway hub.
Details of the Incident
The Thane railway police reported that the accident occurred around 10 pm when the passenger, identified as Purushottam Paswan, a resident of Jharkhand, was attempting to deboard the Indrayani Express with a friend. The train was departing from Platform 6 for Mumbai when Paswan slipped and fell into the gap.
Fellow passengers, along with railway and police staff, rushed to the spot and rescued him promptly. The victim was initially taken to Thane Civil Hospital, but due to the severity of his injuries, he was referred to Lokmanya Tilak Municipal General Hospital (Sion Hospital) in Mumbai for advanced treatment on Wednesday morning.
Official Statement and Safety Appeal
A Thane railway police official stated, "We will record the statement of the victim once his condition is stable. We are appealing to commuters to avoid boarding or alighting from moving trains to prevent such accidents." This appeal comes amid growing concerns over passenger safety at railway stations.
History of Similar Incidents at Thane Station
This incident marks the third reported case at Thane station alone this year, highlighting a troubling pattern:
- On February 23, a woman suffered serious injuries after falling into the gap while attempting to board a sleeper coach of the Mahanagari Express at Thane.
- On January 13, a 55-year-old man was killed after slipping between two coaches of a suburban train, following a passenger falling in between them while alighting.
These repeated incidents raise questions about the adequacy of safety measures and passenger awareness at the station. Authorities are urged to enhance vigilance and implement stricter protocols to mitigate such risks in the future.
