An FIR has been lodged against the staff of Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) following the tragic death of an elderly man who collapsed inside a metro train. The incident has raised questions about the adequacy of emergency response protocols and the provision of medical assistance to passengers in distress.
The incident occurred during peak hours on a crowded metro train, when the 68-year-old man, identified as Mr. Ramesh Gupta, suddenly collapsed due to an apparent medical emergency. Witnesses on board reported that they immediately alerted the metro staff and sought assistance for the elderly passenger.
However, passengers have expressed frustration, claiming that the metro staff’s response was delayed and inadequate. They alleged that there was a significant delay in providing medical attention to Mr. Gupta, exacerbating his condition.
Despite the best efforts of fellow passengers and commuters, Mr. Gupta’s health continued to deteriorate, and he tragically passed away before reaching the next metro station, where medical help could have been readily available.
In the aftermath of the incident, outraged citizens and family members of the deceased filed an FIR against the metro staff involved in the incident, demanding accountability for their alleged negligence.
A spokesperson for BMRCL expressed condolences to Mr. Gupta’s family and assured that the incident would be thoroughly investigated. The official stated, “We deeply regret the unfortunate incident and extend our heartfelt condolences to the family of the deceased. We take this matter seriously and have launched an internal investigation to understand the sequence of events and determine if there were any lapses in our response.”
The incident has prompted discussions about the need for robust emergency response protocols and medical facilities within the metro system to ensure the safety and well-being of passengers.
Commuters have urged BMRCL to enhance training for staff members to handle medical emergencies effectively and to implement measures to improve passenger safety during travel.
Public transport authorities are also being urged to consider the specific needs of elderly passengers and passengers with health conditions, ensuring that adequate support and medical assistance are readily available on trains and at stations.
As investigations into the incident continue, citizens hope that the authorities will take necessary measures to prevent similar tragedies in the future and to make the metro system a safer and more reliable mode of transportation for all commuters.
Author: IBC Global Times
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