Following a report in this paper in June — Kopar in Comma — which highlighted the lack of basic facilities at the Kopar railway station, visible improvements have started taking shape, most notably, the installation of a much-needed mobile toilet.

Kopar is a crucial junction between Diva and Dombivli on the Central Railway (CR) network. Until now, Kopar, which is a growing suburban interchange for Diva-Vasai and mainline commuters, had no toilet facility whatsoever, causing immense discomfort, especially to senior citizens and women. However, that changed on Sunday (August 3) after a mobile toilet was installed at the Dombivli West end of the station. 

Speaking to mid-day, Station Manager Sanjay Gupta said, “Every day, passengers pleaded for a toilet. Constructing a permanent one would take time, so I requested KDMC’s solid waste management department for a mobile unit but they refused, stating it’s only meant for large events.”