- Thousands of passengers are facing huge problems due to Diwali and Chhath Puja.
4 p.m. News Network
New Delhi. Thousands of passengers trying to return home for Diwali and Chhath Puja are facing huge problems at railway stations. On October 27, 9 people were injured in the stampede that occurred at the Bandra Terminus railway station in Mumbai. Two people suffered serious injuries in the stampede that took place early Sunday morning. After which the opposition parties, including the Congress, have attacked the central government.
Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi, citing the problems faced by many people while traveling by train during Diwali, on Tuesday claimed that the railway system is breaking down and cannot meet the needs of passengers. He also said that at this moment no one is going to listen to the people. Rahul Gandhi shared a video on Twitter and said, This Diwali, millions of Indians will travel by train to meet their families. Whether a commuter or a tourist, urban or rural, worker or industrialist, railways are an important part or foundation of every Indian’s life. If our trains stop, India will stop. He said India needs excellent railway facilities that are available to all people.
The government cannot meet the needs of passengers
Rahul Gandhi alleged that today from Balasore to Bandra our railway system is failing and cannot meet the needs of passengers. Right now, when people should be heard, there is no one to listen. He said: I urge you all to raise your voice to create a better India. If you find any shortcomings in the railway system or have any suggestions for improvement, please share your experiences with us. Let’s all together create the India of our dreams.
