Updated On: 25 May, 2021 07:27 AM IST | Mumbai | Rajendra B. Aklekar
Struggling commuters from far-flung suburbs want those vaccinated to be allowed on locals in next phase, but officials weary about implementation

Railway officials check the tickets of commuters at Malad station on May 9. Pics/Satej Shinde
A few passenger bodies want the railways to allow fully vaccinated commuters to board local trains post the end of lockdown, underscoring that people from far-off suburbs are struggling without their favourite mode of commuting. While officials feel it is a good idea, they say its implementation looks unfeasible for a mass public transporter like the railways. At the same time, commuters’ desperation is reflecting through a sharp rise in ticketless travel.