A 25-year-old man travelling on the rooftop of a Badlapur-Dadar AC local train was rescued at Kalyan station on Tuesday. According to a railway official, the overhead equipment was switched off to prevent any risk of electrocution during the operation.
Rescue Operation Details
The incident occurred when the train halted at Kalyan station, and railway personnel noticed the man on the rooftop. The official stated that the man appeared to be mentally challenged. The entire rescue operation was completed within 12 minutes, minimizing the disruption to train services.
Impact on Services
Train services were briefly interrupted as a safety measure while the rescue was underway. The official confirmed that normal services resumed shortly after the operation concluded.
This incident highlights the dangers of travelling on the rooftop of moving trains, which is strictly prohibited. Authorities urge passengers to follow safety guidelines to avoid such risks.
