Stampede At Surat Railway Station Claims One Life, Leaves Several Injured

One person was killed and several others were injured after a stampede occurred at the Surat railway station in Gujarat on Saturday. The station was crowded with people heading to their hometowns for Diwali, creating a chaotic situation.

The stampede transpired while passengers were attempting to board the train, resulting in the loss of one life and causing multiple individuals to faint and sustain injuries. Immediate medical aid was provided to the injured individuals on the spot.

In response to the incident, Surat's Member of Parliament and State Railways Minister, Darshana Jardosh, visited the hospital to personally meet those affected and assess the situation.

During the festive season, there has been a surge in travel, prompting the introduction of special trains to accommodate the increased passenger traffic. Sumit Thakor, Chief PRO, stated, "In view of the festive season, this year, Western Railways have run 46 pairs of special trains with about 400 trips covering Mumbai, Gujarat, and parts of Madhya Pradesh. Over 7 lakh passengers are traveling to their destinations using these trains."

Recognizing the potential for increased crowds during the festive rush, authorities have implemented special measures for crowd management. Approximately 165 RPF (Railway Protection Force) and GRP (Government Railway Police) personnel have been deployed at Surat station, and additional counters have been opened to streamline the boarding process and ensure passenger safety.