"Centre and state govt will take appropriate action": BJP leader Niranjan Shetty on Bandra stampede

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 27 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata party leader Niranjan Shetty on Sunday assured action against those responsible for the stampede at Mumbai's Bandra Terminus that injured nine people.
According to an official statement by the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), at least eight individuals were injured in the stampede at Bandra Terminus today.

BJP leader Niranjan Shetty stated that the Central government and the state will definitely take action against those found guilty in the stampede incident.

"It is an unfortunate incident. The injured are under treatment. The Central government and the state govt will also take appropriate action if someone is found guilty," Shetty said while speaking to ANI.

Meanwhile, Western Railways has imposed temporary restrictions on the sale of platform tickets at several stations within the Mumbai division to manage crowds during the festive season following the stampede incident.

Platform ticket sales have been restricted at Mumbai Central, Dadar, Bandra Terminus, Borivali, Vasai Road, Vapi, Valsad, Udhna, and Surat stations in the Mumbai Division to reduce platform crowding and ensure smooth passenger movement.

"In anticipation of heavy crowds during the upcoming festive season, WR has imposed temporary restrictions on platform ticket sales at Mumbai Central, Dadar, Bandra Terminus, Borivali, Vasai Road, Vapi, Valsad, Udhna, and Surat stations of the Mumbai Division," Western Railway announced on X.

Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, described the stampede at Mumbai's Bandra Terminus as emblematic of "India's crumbling infrastructure," stressing that the nation needs "international-class infrastructure."

"Inaugurations and publicity hold value only when built on a foundation that truly serves the public. When lives are lost, and bridges, platforms, or statues collapse after ribbon-cutting ceremonies due to poor maintenance and neglect, serious concerns arise," Rahul Gandhi posted on X.

Shiv Sena (UBT) spokesperson Anand Dubey criticised the Mahayuti government, arguing that the value of life has diminished in Maharashtra. He added that Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, also the BJP's in-charge for Maharashtra, shows no accountability for public safety.

Dubey remarked, "The lives of ordinary citizens hold no importance under this government... More than nine people were injured. Where is the accountability from the railways or the minister? His role here seems focused on BJP's electoral success in Maharashtra, with no regard for public safety."

Western Railway CPRO Vineet Abhishek explained, "Early this morning at Bandra Terminus, as the Bandra-Gorakhpur Antyoday Express, scheduled to depart at 5:15 am, was brought to the platform from the yard, some passengers attempted to board while it was still moving. Two passengers sustained injuries and were hospitalised by railway staff. Western Railway ensures that trains arrive 2-3 hours before departure during festive periods."

The injured were admitted to KB Bhabha Municipal General Hospital. (ANI)