July 8, 2025: A chaotic situation unfolded at Mumbai’s Ghatkopar Metro station on Monday after a delayed service left hundreds of commuters stranded during peak hours, leading to overcrowding and a near stampede-like atmosphere. The incident has once again raised serious concerns over the city’s strained transport infrastructure and commuter safety.
Videos widely circulated on social media platforms showed the station packed to capacity, with commuters struggling to move through the dense crowd. Many were seen filming the ordeal on their phones, while others desperately attempted to push forward through the surging mass of people.
Mumbai Metro officials later confirmed that a technical glitch had led to the temporary withdrawal of one service on Metro Line 1, which connects Ghatkopar to Versova. The disruption created a domino effect during rush hour, causing severe congestion on the platform.
One X (formerly Twitter) user posted a video showing the packed station, writing: “Crazy commuter woes thanks to 1 service withdrawn… Stampede-like situation in the Ghatkopar station. @Dev_Fadnavis @CMOMaharashtra act fast before lives are lost. Line 1 needs 6-bogie rakes & 3x the current frequency.”
The unsettling scenes at Ghatkopar have reignited public debate around Mumbai’s overburdened and ageing transport systems. The incident comes close on the heels of a fatal tragedy in Thane district on June 9, where four individuals lost their lives and nine others were injured after falling from overcrowded local trains near Mumbra and Diwa stations.
While no injuries were reported at Ghatkopar, the event highlights the urgent need for capacity upgrades, improved frequency, and better crowd management protocols. Commuters and civic activists have called upon authorities to address these issues before another avoidable tragedy occurs.
Source: Mathrubhumi.com
