Mumbai Rail Vikas Mahamandal Allocates ₹551 Crore Under Mumbai Urban Transport Project (MUTP III) to Prevent Deaths on Local Trains
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To curb rising fatalities on suburban tracks, the Mumbai Rail Vikas Mahamandal (MRVM) has earmarked ₹551 crore under MUTP III, aiming for safety upgrades and infrastructure enhancements.
Mumbai|30 October,2025 : In a significant step towards improving safety on suburban railways, the Mumbai Rail Vikas Mahamandal (MRVM) announced a budget allocation of ₹551 crore under the Mumbai Urban Transport Project (MUTP III) specifically aimed at reducing deaths and accidents on local train tracks.
According to official data referenced in the announcement, the Mumbai area recorded 15,626 deaths on railway tracks between 2014 and 2024 — highlighting the urgency of the issue. The allocated funds will be used for a range of measures including installation of automatic gates, track-side sensors, high-definition CCTV systems, better fencing, and upgraded signage at vulnerable spots.
MRVM’s chairman said the investment will target sections where unauthorized crossings and overcrowding were common. “We expect this to bring down accidental deaths substantially,” he stated. The upgrade programme will be coordinated with the Ministry of Railways and the Mumbai Railway Vikas Corporation, with priority given to high-risk corridors.
In addition to infrastructure, public awareness campaigns focusing on track safety and responsible commuting are also planned. Railway officials hope that with the ₹551-crore allocation, the suburban network will become markedly safer for the daily lakhs of commuters.
