A day after the devastating stampede at New Delhi Railway Station, there were many questions but few answers. Passengers also flagged a range of lapses ranging from absence of proper communication from railway staff to non-availability of trained medical help. There were early signs of trouble. Around 8.15pm, several X users began posting about the growing crowd near the platforms. Yet, no measures were taken to manage the situation, it has been alleged. Despite clear warning signs, the congestion only worsened. Many passengers claimed that they were caught off guard by the last-minute platform change which contributed to the chaos. The sale of around 1,500 general class tickets every hour in such a situation also raised serious questions about accountability, passengers claimed. The matter is being investigated by a high-level committee. No train was cancelled, nor was there any change in platform… Let the committee submit its report and findings,\” said a senior railway officer. \”If the authorities had spread the crowd more effectively, the situation could have been much better controlled,\” said one passenger.
