Thane: Thanekar criticises the open roof of Platform 5 at Thane station in a post via X on March 16. The post was made by the account @rahul_roy85, user Rahul Roy, highlighting the issue of the open roof on the platform during the intense heat in the city. He added a picture of platform number 5, clearly showing the open roof.
He mentioned in the post that "Platform No. 5 at Thane Railway Station has an open roof, which provides some relief to passengers during hot weather." He tagged the authorities in the post. After the user made the post, a comment was done by Railway Seva stating, "Your complaint has been registered on RailMadad, and the complaint number has been sent to your mobile via SMS. You can track your complaint using this link."
Check the Post Made by the X User
In the post, the user highlighted the issues faced by daily commuters during the intense heat in the city.
About Platform No. 5
Platform No. 5 provides local train services to Dombivli, Kalyan, Kasara and more. This platform also serves fast and air-conditioned fast local trains, as well as many outstation trains from Thane. Thane railway station is considered one of the busiest stations due to its multiple lines connecting to the Central and Harbour lines.It needs to be seen
Check the Comments of the Post
The first comment was made by Rail, which stated, "For necessary action, this has been escalated to the concerned official." They also mentioned that the complaint has been noted and updates will be sent to your phone number.
On the other hand, one user elaborated, "In my view, work is ongoing to install a shelter on the extended portion of platform number 5, which was extended last year. This work aims to protect commuters from rain during the monsoon season." He added in Marathi, "Whether the shed or the rain comes first, that needs to be seen" (Shed adhi ka paus adhi baghaava laagel).
