On the morning of June 9, 2025, four passengers lost their lives and several others were injured after falling from two overcrowded local trains in Thane district, Mumbai. The incident occurred during the morning rush hour when the trains crossed each other near a sharp curve close to Mumbra railway station.
According to officials, the victims were standing on the footboards of the trains, and as the trains passed each other, their backpacks brushed against each other, causing several passengers to lose their balance and fall onto the tracks.
The deceased were reportedly between 30-35 years of age. The injured were rushed to a nearby hospital, where five were declared dead.
The incident has raised concerns about overcrowding and safety measures on Mumbai's suburban railway network.