When safety slips through a gaping hole in Chennai’s MRTS stations
A recent fatal accident at a Chennai MRTS station has drawn attention to the poor maintenance and safety standards of the city's elevated rail network. As the system prepares to transition to the Chennai Metro Rail Limited, concerns persist regarding unused spaces and security.
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Infrastructure safety and the management of public transit are critical for urban development and commuter safety in major Indian cities.
When safety slips through a gaping hole in Chennai’s MRTS stations SUNDAY STORY A recent fatal accident at the Thirumayilai MRTS railway station has once again highlighted the huge gaps in the maintenance and safety of MRTS stations in Chennai. With the Railway Board giving the go-ahead for handing over the service to CMRL, this report throws light on what needs to be done left Eerie feeling: Vast areas of the Taramani MRTS station remain unused, and the station has become a hub of anti-socials. B. Velankanni Raj B. VELANKANNI RAJ https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/rzfqef/article71620996.ece/alternates/FREE_1200/PERUNGUDI_BVR.JPG VELANKANNI RAJ B CHENNAI, TAMIL NADU, 23/10/2026 : For TN Sunday Story: The vast station space of the MRTS being unutilized, it has become a place for anti-social activities A scene at Taramani MRTS Railway station on Thursday.
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