Stampede at Mumbai's Bandra Terminus Injures Nine Amid Festive Rush

The incident highlights the challenges of managing large crowds during the Diwali season as criticism mounts against railway authorities.

The stampede occurred early Sunday morning as passengers rushed to board the unreserved Bandra-Gorakhpur Antyodaya Express.
Nine people were injured, with two critically hurt, as the train was still moving onto the platform when the crowd surged.
The overcrowding was exacerbated by the absence of a special train, leading to an unusually high passenger turnout.
Railway officials and politicians have faced backlash for inadequate crowd management and infrastructure issues.
In response, platform ticket sales have been temporarily restricted at several stations to manage crowding during the festive season.