At least five people lost their lives and several others were injured after falling from a fast-moving local train near Mumbra station in Thane, on the outskirts of Mumbai. The tragic incident took place on a train heading towards Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT). Initial reports suggest that 10–12 passengers fell from the train, with eight reportedly landing directly on the tracks. Overcrowding is believed to be the main cause, although the exact reason remains under investigation. The injured were quickly transported to Shivaji Hospital and Thane Civil Hospital for treatment.
Maharashtra Chief Minister termed the incident “extremely unfortunate” and offered his condolences to the victims’ families. He confirmed that local authorities, along with the railway department, are actively involved in the rescue and investigation efforts. Central Railway officials stated that the passengers were likely hanging from the doors due to crowd pressure. Train services were briefly disrupted in the affected sections following the accident, and both police and railway teams are now conducting a formal inquiry.
In response to the tragedy, railway authorities have announced that all new rakes under production for Mumbai’s suburban network will include automatic door-closing systems. Additionally, a retrofit plan is being considered for existing trains to improve commuter safety. The Mumbra station, despite being located on Mumbai’s fringe, remains one of the most congested parts of the network, highlighting the urgent need for infrastructural and operational upgrades to prevent such deadly incidents in the future.
