Mumbai: Missing Lifts And Escalators At Railway Subways Leave Elderly And Disabled Commuters Struggling

Lifts and escalators are missing at entry and exit subways at Mumbai railway stations like Churchgate and CSMT, affecting elderly and disabled commuters.

Railway officials say subways fall under Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) jurisdiction for amenities such as lifts and escalators.

A joint survey at Churchgate station found installing a lift near the North Subway towards Marine Lines side is not feasible due to space constraints.

Activists cite Sections 41 and 45 of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016, which mandate accessible public infrastructure.

Nearly 1.6 million senior citizens in Mumbai depend on public transport, yet many struggle due to lack of accessible infrastructure.