A viral video from Ujjain station in Madhya Pradesh has surfaced on social media, drawing attention to safety concerns and emphasising the problem of overcrowding on trains. The footage depicts passengers adopting various methods to board trains amidst heavily crowded platforms. An individual on X responded to the viral video showcasing women boarding a train through windows in Madhya Pradesh, showing how an emergency exit turned into an emergency entrance.
The video begins with passengers gathered on the platform at Ujjain station. It gradually focuses on women, unable to reach the train's door, resorting to entering a coach through the emergency window.
Originally posted on January 2 on X, the video has garnered over a hundred thousand views and more than 1,700 likes. It has also sparked numerous retweets, with several individuals sharing their opinions in the comments section.
Women Resort to Window Entry Amid Overcrowding at Ujjain Station
Check out the video here.
One person humorously referred to the situation as "Windoors," offering a playful term. Another individual creatively commented on the intended use of emergency exits, suggesting their purpose is determined by the nature of the emergency at hand. Another commenter humorously remarked that perhaps doors are just oversized windows, adding a playful perspective to the situation.
Expressing disbelief, a fifth commenter, with extensive train travel experience, mentioned never witnessing such chaotic boarding management before.
As highlighted in an Instagram caption of the same video, the surge in train passengers can be attributed to a strike initiated by truck drivers protesting against newly perceived stringent 'hit-and-run' laws. The impact of this strike was particularly severe in Ujjain, causing thousands of pilgrims to become stranded due to the unavailability of buses. The situation escalated when taxi and autorickshaw drivers also supported the strike, severely limiting transportation options for people trying to reach crucial hubs like airports and railway stations.
The overcrowding issue on trains has led to numerous grievances, including a specific complaint detailing a passenger's ordeal during an Indian Railways journey. Despite having a confirmed ticket, the passenger was compelled to stand throughout the entire trip due to the lack of seating.
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