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India Today
20-05-2025
- India Today
Elderly man trips while boarding moving train, pulls another passenger down
A video recorded at Davangere railway station in Karnataka has raised fresh concerns over the risks of boarding moving trains, as it shows an elderly man falling while attempting to board now-viral clip, filmed by vlogger who goes by the username "@desi\_cravings\_", showed the elderly man losing his footing while trying to board the train. In the process, he also unintentionally pulled down another commuter. Several bystanders rushed in to help and tried to prevent what could have turned into an vlogger, who happened to be recording the train at the time, posted the clip on Instagram along with a caption describing the moment as "horrifying and heart-stopping". "Today, while shooting a moving train in Davangere, I witnessed something I'll never forget. A man fell off the train right before my eyes," the caption reads. He also stressed the dangers of standing close to or boarding moving trains, even the viral video here: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Desi Cravings (@desi_cravings_)With over 17 million views, the video triggered discussion amongst social media users.A section of the internet stressed the importance of following basic railway safety measures, while others pointed out that the man's intentions did not seem was not right to board running train, but Uncle wasn't the reason for the fall," a user said, while another added, "The guy wasn't in a good position, he lost control, not because of the uncle."A few users also praised the quick-thinking onlookers who stepped in. "Respect for guy who ran to save them," one of the users said. Several users also shared practical advice, such as keeping bags in front while boarding or standing on platforms for better balance and the comments here:The incident has brought attention to the challenges faced by commuters in India, particularly during peak hours. As daily passenger volumes continue to rise, it is often advised that travellers should avoid boarding moving trains and remain vigilant on platforms.
Indian Express
19-05-2025
- General
- Indian Express
‘Heart-stopping moment': Elderly man tries to board moving train in Karnataka, falls along with another passenger
The sheer volume of daily passengers often leads to overcrowded trains and platforms at Indian railway stations. For many, the urgency to get to work or return home makes them resort to dangerous actions, like jumping on to a moving train or clinging to the sides of overcrowded coaches. A recent video that surfaced online shows one such moment of grave danger at Davangere railway station in Karnataka. The viral clip shows an elderly man losing his balance and falling as he attempts to board a moving train. He also pulls down another passenger inadvertently. As the video progresses, onlookers rush to save both passengers. The incident, captured by a vlogger @desi_cravings_, reignited concerns over commuters risking their lives to enter or exit moving trains. Sharing the video on Instagram, the vlogger wrote, 'Today, while Shooting a moving train in Davangere, I witnessed something I'll never forget. A man fell off the train right before my eyes.' 'It was a horrifying and heart-stopping moment. This incident is a stark reminder of how dangerous it can be to travel or stand near the edge of a moving train. Thankfully, help arrived quickly, and people nearby rushed to assist him,' the caption read. Watch here: A post shared by Desi Cravings (@desi_cravings_) The video amassed over 17 million views as several social media users backed the elderly man for saving the passenger's life. 'Uncle was not right to board running train, but Uncle wasn't the reason for the fall,' a user wrote. 'The guy wasn't in a good position, he loses control, not because of the uncle,' another user commented. 'Always keep your bag front side for safety and security,' a third user reacted. 'Respect for guy who ran to save them,' a fourth user chimed in. In March a 62-year-old man lost his legs while trying to board a running train at New Delhi Railway Station. The incident occurred on Platform 14, and the man was found lying injured between the tracks.
