In a horrifying occurrence at Mumbai’s Vasai Road Railway Junction, a female passenger was saved in the nick of time by fellow passengers. News agency ANI released CCTV footage of the event on Twitter, which has quickly gone viral. Many observers were complimented for their promptness, while others chastised the woman for attempting to board a moving train and risking her life.
The video begins with a view of a train departing from the station. Two women may be seen strolling the platform a few moments into the video. One of them tries to board the train and slips, causing her to be dragged underneath it.
As others hurry to the scene to bring the woman to safety, a passenger grabs her.
The caption reads, “Maharashtra: Passengers saved a woman from falling beneath a moving train at Vasai Road Railway Station yesterday.”
Watch the video here:
The video has received over 47,300 views since it was shared on September 20, and the figure is still growing. The incident astonished the public. While some called for increased protection near the lines from the rail authority, others breathed a sigh of relief at the woman’s quick rescue.
Source- Indian Express