Monorail stuck after power failure amid rain, several passengers stranded
'A monorail stalled between Chembur and Bhakti Park around 6.15 pm today. Passengers immediately contacted the BMC helpline at 1916. The Mumbai Fire Brigade immediately reached the site and began rescue operations using three snorkel vehicles. A medical team has been dispatched, and nearby municipal hospitals have been instructed to remain on standby. Rescue efforts are ongoing, and passenger safety remains our top priority,' a BMC official said.
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The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA), which operates the monorail, said the incident was caused by a minor power supply issue near Mysore Colony station. 'Our operations and maintenance teams are already on site and working to resolve it quickly,' the authority said in a statement.
They added that services between Wadala and Chembur are running on a single line, and assured commuters that safety remains the top priority.
Videos from the site reportedly showed the train slightly tilted, adding to the urgency of the rescue operation.
Another train has been arranged to tow the stalled train to the nearest station once it is safe to do so, an official said urging passengers to remain calm and follow instructions from rescue teams.
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Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday evening said a monorail train had stalled between Chembur and Bhakti Park due to technical reasons. He said that the MMRDA, Mumbai Fire Brigade, and municipal authorities had reached the site. 'Passenger safety is our top priority. There is no need to panic. All passengers will be safely evacuated. I urge everyone to remain calm,' he said.
The CM added that he was in constant contact with the MMRDA Commissioner, Municipal Commissioner, police, and all agencies concerned. He also said that an investigation will be conducted to determine the cause of the incident.
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