Narrow Escape At Ambernath Station As Disabled Man Crosses Tracks With Walker
Ambernath: A potentially serious railway accident was narrowly averted at Ambernath railway station when a man with a disability, attempting to cross the tracks with the assistance of a walker, was pulled onto the platform by passengers just seconds before a suburban train entered the same stretch of track. A video of the incident, recorded earlier this week, has gone viral on social media,…
Ambernath railway station narrowly avoided a serious accident on Friday when a disabled man attempted to cross the tracks with a walker. Passengers on the station quickly intervened, pulling the man to safety just seconds before a suburban train entered the same track. The incident, captured on video, has sparked concerns about accessibility facilities for persons with disabilities at the busy station.
The video shows the man struggling to climb onto the platform, with passengers rushing to assist him. They held onto him as he struggled to get up, preventing him from falling onto the tracks. When a local train arrived, the passengers' timely action averted a potential disaster.
While the man's intentions for crossing the tracks remain unknown, passengers have raised concerns about the station's accessibility. Many platforms lack lifts or escalators, making it difficult for the elderly and disabled to move between platforms. Platform 1 has a lift, but an escalator on the eastern side is frequently out of service. Platforms 2 and 3, crucial for Mumbai-bound local services, do not have adequate facilities, forcing passengers to use stairs, which can be challenging.
Ambernath resident Yusuf Shaikh pointed out that Platform 2 is vital for daily commuters, while Platform 3, without lifts or escalators, requires passengers to use stairs. Commuters have highlighted the need for improved accessibility at the station, emphasizing the challenges faced by disabled individuals during peak times. The railway administration has acknowledged the need for enhancements, stating that redevelopment work is underway to improve passenger amenities, including the installation of two additional escalators within a month.
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