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Five trapped in Churchgate Metro lift after glitch, rescued in 5 minutes
Five to six passengers were briefly trapped inside an elevator at Churchgate Metro Station on Tuesday afternoon after a sudden technical glitch. The incident occurred at around 1.45pm and involved lift number…
Five to six passengers were briefly trapped inside an elevator at Churchgate Metro Station on Tuesday afternoon after a sudden technical glitch. The incident occurred at around 1.45pm and involved lift number 5 at the station.
The passengers were rescued within five minutes, according to information available. No injuries have been reported in the incident.
Indian Opinion Analysis
Elevator breakdowns in Mumbai's suburban and metro rail network are not uncommon, though serious incidents are rare. The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA), which operates the Metro, typically conducts periodic maintenance checks through its concessionaires. In this case, the quick rescue suggests standard emergency protocols were followed. The exact cause of the glitch has not been disclosed. Passengers and commuter groups have often flagged the need for more frequent lift inspections at busy stations like Churchgate, which handles heavy footfall during peak hours. The MMRDA or the operating agency may issue a technical report on the fault.
Source: hindustantimes.com
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