Man Shares Dire State Of Overcrowded 3AC Coaches

The history of Indian Railways is a story of huge development on an international stage. It tells the story of our nation’s journey from facing colonial beginnings to a free nation’s growth. Since its founding in 1853, Indian Railways has developed into the backbone of the country. With a vast network of tracks covering more than 67,000 kilometers, it connects the many regions of the country and promotes unity among variety.

A massive railway network like the Indian Railways is nothing less than a big success. It serves more than 23 million people per day, making it one of the biggest in the world. Reaching from the high peaks of the Himalayas to the peaceful waters of the Indian Ocean, its branches interconnect themselves around busy cities, lush farms, and desert regions equally.

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However, even in the middle of its beautiful story, Indian Railways continues to face many different kinds of difficulties. Notably, overcrowding is the biggest problem among them. From the busy veins of local suburban transportation to the busy arteries of long-distance express lines, millions of passengers endure the daily burden of clogged trains.

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This issue is currently in the spotlight as social media is ablaze with tales of challenging travel experiences on Indian Railways. Recently, a passenger named Rachit Jain shared a frightening story of what happened to his sister while traveling in a three-tier air-conditioned coach. His tweet went viral on the internet, causing outcry and drawing attention to Railway Seva’s official page.

A man shares how her sister struggled in a 3-tier coach due to overcrowding

Rachit Jain posted a description of a scene of intense crowding outside the coach doors on social networking site X, formerly known as Twitter. This made it hard for his sister to board. In the confusion, her child was tragically separated from her and left behind on the platform.

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Attempting to reunite with her child, Jain’s sister jumped off the moving train, during which he sustained multiple injuries. In his tweet, Jain outlined the factors that made matters worse, such as the overcrowding of the train by unauthorized passengers and the absence of basic amenities like clean restrooms. To get action, he tagged Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw and included the train’s PNR and coach number for verification.

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Have a look at Rachit’s tweet

How did the railways react to Rachit’s grievances?

Responding to Rachit Jain’s post, Railway Seva reached out to him and requested his phone number. They also asked if they needed any medical support. Jain’s post quickly gained popularity, as many people were moved by it and shared similar stories in the comments section.

Many shared how they struck in the overcrowded railway coaches and experienced their worst journeys, while others echoed the need to resolve this situation as soon as possible.

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Have you experienced such a horrifying ordeal? Let us know in the comments.

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Varanya Mishra
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