In a heartbreaking reminder of Mumbai’s longstanding battle with train overcrowding, four persons died and nine others were injured on Monday morning after falling from an overpacked local train during peak rush hour between Mumbra and Diva railway stations. 

The tragedy unfolded on the Kalyan-bound fast line of Central Railway line when two trains passed each other on adjacent tracks, and footboard commuters—forced into dangerous positions due to congestion—reportedly collided. The incident has reignited urgent calls for improved railway safety and infrastructure in a city where millions rely on local trains daily.

The incident took place at 9.30 am this morning. The train was travelling from Kasara to CSMT when the accident occurred.