Maharashtra BJP leader Ram Patkar has urged Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw to address severe overcrowding and safety issues at Badlapur station. Citing life-threatening conditions for commuters, he warned of agitation and a hunger strike if no action is taken

Inquiry into Friday’s Sion station incident reveals trio did not know each other; while 21-year-old Sachin Sharma and 29-year-old Afzal Chaudhary are stable and have been shifted for care in the male ward, 37-year-old Kaisar Mendi is critical.