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In Photos: Mumbai local train disruption forces commuters onto tracks

Updated On: 12 April, 2025 10:37 AM IST | ronak mastakar

Chaos unfolded on Saturday morning as local train services came to a standstill between Vile Parle and Santacruz stations, leaving hundreds of commuters stranded. (Pics/Anurag Ahire)

Chaos unfolded on Saturday morning as local train services came to a standstill between Vile Parle and Santacruz stations, leaving hundreds of commuters stranded. (Pics/Anurag Ahire)

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Chaos unfolded on Saturday morning as local train services came to a standstill between Vile Parle and Santacruz stations, leaving hundreds of commuters stranded. (Pics/Anurag Ahire)
<p>The disruption lasted for at least 30 minutes, forcing many passengers to disembark and walk along the railway tracks to reach their destinations</p>

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The disruption lasted for at least 30 minutes, forcing many passengers to disembark and walk along the railway tracks to reach their destinations

<p>The incident occurred around peak morning hours</p>

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The incident occurred around peak morning hours

<p>Visuals from the scene showed large crowds navigating the tracks, highlighting the daily struggles of Mumbaikars who rely heavily on the suburban train network</p>

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Visuals from the scene showed large crowds navigating the tracks, highlighting the daily struggles of Mumbaikars who rely heavily on the suburban train network

<p>The reason behind the halt is yet to be officially confirmed by railway authorities</p>

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The reason behind the halt is yet to be officially confirmed by railway authorities

<p>Authorities have urged commuters to stay cautious during such incidents and avoid taking risks by walking on the tracks</p>

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Authorities have urged commuters to stay cautious during such incidents and avoid taking risks by walking on the tracks

<p>Many are once again questioning the preparedness of Mumbai&rsquo;s railway system to handle such breakdowns, especially during rush hour</p>

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Many are once again questioning the preparedness of Mumbai’s railway system to handle such breakdowns, especially during rush hour

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