Updated On: 23 September, 2025 02:34 PM IST | Mumbai | Rajendra B. Aklekar
The incident unfolded around 10:12 AM when the AC local, scheduled to arrive at Diva Station at 10:00 AM, pulled into Platform No. 1 with a 12-minute delay. Shocked passengers spotted a man atop the rear coach
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Authorities are investigating how the individual managed to access the train’s roof and have reiterated the dangers of such actions. PIC VIA RAJENDRA B AKLEKAR
In a shocking incident on Tuesday, a man sustained severe injuries after climbing onto the roof of an AC local train between Diva and Kopar stations.
The episode occurred around 10:12 AM when the AC local (No. K/25, scheduled to arrive at Diva Station at 10:00 AM, reached Platform No. 1 with a 12-minute delay. Passengers were startled to see a man on the rear coach roof. As the train halted, the individual attempted to climb down but accidentally came into contact with the high-voltage Overhead Equipment (OHE), receiving a powerful electric shock that set his clothes on fire.