Differently-Abled Man Risks Life Crossing Tracks At Ambernath Station; Viral Video Raises Safety Concerns
Thane: A video showing a differently-abled man using a walker to cross railway tracks at Ambernath railway station has surfaced on social media and is going viral. The footage shows fellow passengers rushing to help him climb onto the platform, moments before a local train is seen approaching the platform.
A video has emerged on social media showing a differently-abled man crossing railway tracks at Ambernath station in Thane. The clip depicts the individual, using a walker, methodically crossing two railway tracks towards the opposite platform. Fellow passengers quickly rushed to assist him in ascending the platform as a local train approaches the station.
The alarming footage underscores the critical need for safety measures and facilities for differently-abled passengers at railway stations. Several netizens have criticized the lack of escalators or lifts at the station, which makes daily commutes challenging for these individuals. The incident has raised concerns over passenger safety and the perils of trespassing on railway lines.
The Railways Act, 1989, imposes severe penalties for unauthorized track crossing, with offenders facing fines up to Rs 1,000 and up to six months in jail.
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