Railways Play Chhath Songs At Stations, Commuters Question Priorities Amid Passenger Convenience Concerns
Mumbai: Railway stations across Mumbai turned into venues for Bhojpuri music during Chhath Puja, triggering objections from local organisations and complaints from commuters over loud announcements. Songs were played at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT), several Central Railway suburban stations and parts of the Western Railway network. Following objections, Central Railway has stopped…
Mumbai railway stations hosted Bhojpuri music during Chhath Puja celebrations, causing controversy among commuters and local organisations. The songs played at iconic stations like Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus and various Central Railway and Western Railway stations. However, the move sparked complaints over the use of the public announcement system for entertainment instead of essential passenger information.
Shailesh Raut of the Kalyan-Kasara Railway Passenger Association argued that railway stations should prioritize punctuality and basic facilities over cultural displays. The Marathi Ekikaran Samiti warned of potential linguistic tensions and threatened protests if the practice continued. Central Railway acknowledged the controversy and confirmed that the songs were part of festival-related announcements, now halted.
The incident highlights the broader issue of commuters facing disruptions due to inadequate communication when facing train delays or technical issues.
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