Bombay HC Upholds Compensation to Family of Man Killed in Railway Accident; Blames Congested Trains

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In a landmark ruling, the Bombay High Court has upheld the compensation granted to the family of a man who died in a railway accident, dismissing the railway authority's claim that he was negligent. The court ruled that commuters have no choice but to risk their lives while standing near train doors during peak hours due to overcrowding. The incident occurred on October 28, 2005, when the 35-year-old man fell from a train while traveling from Bhayander to Marine Lines. The court accepted that the man was a bona fide passenger, despite no ticket being found on his body, as his wife produced his local train pass and identity card as proof. The court's decision is a reflection of the harsh realities of India's crowded rail network, where passengers often have no alternative but to stand near the doors during peak hours. The ruling is a significant victory for the victim's family, who will now receive the compensation granted to them.