In the wake of a deadly incident on Mumbai’s railway lines, Indian Railways is implementing a comprehensive upgrade to its non-AC trains. The initiative follows a tragic event near Mumbra railway station, where four commuters died and others were injured due to falling from overcrowded trains. The upgrades will focus on passenger safety, with the installation of automatic door-closing mechanisms and improvements to ventilation. The redesigned trains will feature louvres on the doors and roof-mounted ventilation units, aiming to address the issue of potential suffocation associated with automatic doors. The Railway Board also plans to incorporate vestibules in the coaches…
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Following a fatal incident involving overcrowded Mumbai local trains, Indian Railways is taking action by redesigning its non-AC trains. The upgrade will include automatic door-closing mechanisms and improved ventilation to enhance passenger safety. The Railway Board has announced that the new design will incorporate louvres and roof-mounted ventilation units. Furthermore, the coaches will be equipped with vestibules. The updated trains are expected to be ready by November 2025, with rollout by January 2026, following rigorous testing and certification procedures.