In a tragic incident at New Delhi Railway Station, a sudden stampede resulted in the death of at least 15 individuals, including three children, late Saturday night. The chaos unfolded as thousands of passengers gathered on platforms 13 and 14, eager to board trains to Prayagraj for the Maha Kumbh festival. The situation deteriorated rapidly due to overcrowding and delayed trains, leading to panic and a deadly rush.
Following the incident, the Indian Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw is facing intense scrutiny and public outcry. Critics and political adversaries have accused the minister of criminal negligence, arguing that the lack of crowd management and inadequate safety measures directly contributed to the disaster.
The spotlight has quickly shifted to the Railway Ministry’s preparedness and response, with opposition leaders and citizens alike calling for a thorough investigation and accountability from those in charge.
In the last five years data revealed more than 200 Railways accidents with more than 400 fatalities in India under the ministership of Ashwini Vaishnaw.
The incident has reignited discussions on the safety protocols at India’s railway stations, especially during peak times or religious festivals when crowd control becomes critical. As the nation mourns, the demand for transparency, better infrastructure, and accountability grows louder, with the railway minister’s actions now under a microscope.
