Mumbai Train Accident: RPF Saves Man Who Slipped Into Gap While Boarding Raxaul Express at LTT Under Operation Yatri Suraksha

Under the ongoing “Operation Yatri Suraksha,” personnel of the Railway Protection Force (RPF) at Lokmanya Tilak Terminus averted a major mishap and saved the life of a passenger on board Train No. 12546 Raxaul Express. The incident took place while the train was there on Platform No. 1 at LTT station in Mumbai. Acting swiftly during their deployment duty, Sub-Inspector R.P. Wanjari and Head Constable Sachin Sabne displayed alertness and courage, preventing what could have turned into a fatal accident.

Commendable Act by RPF LTT Staff Under “Operation Yatri Suraksha” – Life of Passenger Saved in Raxaul Express
Under Operation Yatri Suraksha,Sub-Inspector R.P. Wanjari and Head Constable Sachin Sabne of RPF LTT displayed exemplary alertness and dedication while on bandobast duty. pic.twitter.com/cDFTPCQDY4

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According to officials, at around 3:38 pm, a 22-year-old passenger identified as Kundan Kumar, a resident of Madhubani district in Bihar, attempted to board the moving train from the Kalyan end. He was travelling on a general ticket from LTT to Darbhanga. While trying to open the door and get into the moving coach, he lost his balance and slipped into the gap between the platform and the train, triggering panic among bystanders.

Demonstrating presence of mind, the RPF personnel immediately rushed to the spot and safely pulled the युवक out of the dangerous gap. Their prompt action ensured that a serious tragedy was avoided. The passenger was subsequently questioned and examined for injuries. He informed officials that he had not suffered any major injuries and wished to continue his journey urgently. As a precautionary measure, he was taken to the RPF post, provided first aid, and later escorted back safely onto the Raxaul Express to proceed towards his destination. He expressed gratitude to the RPF staff for saving his life.