RPF Officer in Lonavala Saves Passenger as Train Departs
Lonavala
At Lonavala station, a vigilant RPF personnel rushed and rescued a passenger who slipped between the train and platform just as the engine began moving, video shows.
Lonavala ,November 25, 2025 – A dramatic rescue unfolded on November 23 at the Lonavala Railway Station when a train began to depart and a passenger, returning from marriage-and-pilgrimage travel, slipped into a dangerous gap between the coach and the platform. Thanks to the alertness of a uniformed officer from the Railway Protection Force (RPF) on duty, the passenger was pulled back to safety just in time, avoiding what could have been a tragic outcome. The incident, captured via the station’s CCTV system, has since drawn praise and reaffirmed the importance of constant vigilance at busy railway hubs. According to reports, the passenger had recently been married and was traveling for a sacred visit when the mishap occurred. As the train began moving, the passenger lost his footing while attempting to board and found himself caught between train and platform.
Within seconds of identifying the danger, the RPF assistant inspector, identified in the report as Narendra Mohan, along with Inspector Vipin Kumar, sprinted to the spot, grabbed the man and dragged him back to the platform. The quick reflexes and decisive action of the officers prevented serious injury or worse. The passenger and his spouse, shaken but unharmed, expressed deep gratitude to the officers and charactered them as lifesavers. The incident highlights how critical those few seconds are in railway environments where crowds move quickly, trains begin their journey and small missteps can lead to larger tragedies.
Station staff and law-enforcement colleagues say this event will serve as a reminder of duty, preparedness and proactive engagement at every moment. Experts in railway safety say that platforms and boarding zones remain high-risk areas: even experienced travellers can slip when trains move, doors close or steps shift. They emphasise that presence of mind, good training and quick coordination by officers can make the difference between an accident and a rescue. At Lonavala station, which serves as a halt for express, suburban and mountain-route trains, the accident risk is heightened by mixed traffic, tourists unfamiliar with the platform layout and short dwell times. The RPF’s monitoring system, including closed-circuit cameras and staff patrols, appears to have paid off this time.
The station’s records show that the team had recently carried out visibility checks, platform-edge inspections and passenger-flow audits. The couple involved in the incident said they were on a journey that began with a marriage ceremony and a pilgrimage visit. The unexpected slip near the train departures left them shaken but grateful that the officers acted in time. From a broader perspective, railway officials hope the episode will encourage travellers to stay alert, keep a safe distance from the train line, avoid rushing onto moving trains and always board from designated steps. The RPF has reiterated the need for travellers to focus on official announcements, maintain their balance while boarding, and avoid distractions in high-traffic zones.
While the incident had a happy ending, authorities say it should not obscure the fact that thousands of passengers pass through stations like Lonavala each day and a single misstep can have serious implications. Regular drills and response training for staff remain a priority, as does public awareness of platform safety. For now, the rescue has become a positive story from the station — proof that readiness, training and timely action can literally save lives.
