Rahul Gandhi targeted the central government in the Bandra station stampede case, called the accident an example of India's crumbling infrastructure.

New Delhi : In the case of stampede at Mumbai's Bandra station, Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi has targeted the Modi government at the BJP-led Centre. Regarding this incident that happened on Sunday, he said that this is the latest example of India's crumbling infrastructure. He also said that inaugurations and campaigns look good only when there is a foundation behind them that actually works to serve the public.

There was a scuffle among passengers at Mumbai's Bandra station this morning to board a train bound for Gorakhpur. Nine people were injured in the stampede. However, Western Railways said in its statement that two people were injured in the incident.

There was a stampede to board the train

According to the information, during the festive season, a huge crowd of North Indian passengers had reached Bandra station to go to their home state to celebrate Diwali and Chhath. When the unreserved train going to Gorakhpur was about to arrive at a platform, many passengers rushed to board it. During this time, some people fell on the platform while trying to board the train. 9 people injured in this incident have been admitted to the hospital, out of which the condition of 2 is said to be critical.

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Rahul Gandhi made serious allegations against the government

Regarding this incident, Rahul Gandhi said on 'X', “When people start losing their lives due to lack of maintenance and neglect of public property and bridges, platforms or statues start falling with the cutting of the ribbon, then it is a matter of grave concern.” Is the subject.” He said the stampede at Bandra Terminus station was the latest example of India's crumbling infrastructure. He also made serious allegations against the BJP government while making claims regarding the Balasore train accident in June last year. He said that 300 people had lost their lives in this accident, but instead of giving compensation to the families of the victims, the BJP government has embroiled them in a long legal battle.

Inauguration and publicity are good only when there is a foundation behind them that actually works to serve the public. When people start losing their lives due to lack of maintenance and neglect of public property and bridges, platforms or statues start collapsing as soon as the ribbon is cut, it is a matter of grave concern.

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—Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) October 27, 2024

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The Congress leader said in a questioning tone, “Just think, when even the statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj falls in just nine months, it clearly means that the intention was only publicity, there was neither respect for Shivaji Maharaj nor public safety.” Attention.” He said, “Today the country needs an infrastructure of international standards that also takes care of the local needs of the poor, which keeps business simple, travel easy and people safe.” He said, “India is capable, capable. All we need is an effective and transparent system whose aim is public service and the focus is the foundation of a strong future for the country.”

(with agency input)