Archive · 7 Nov 2025
Mumbai Train Strike Fatalities: Two Dead, Three Injured Amidst Protest
Train workers in Mumbai were upset because police filed a case against some engineers for an accident that happened earlier.
To show they were unhappy, they went on strike, stopping trains during busy evening hours.
Because the trains stopped, people waiting on them got off and started walking on the train tracks.
Sadly, a fast train then hit some of these people.
Two people died, and three others were badly hurt.
Their families say they haven't received any help from the train company or the government.
The workers eventually stopped their protest after about an hour, but the strike caused a lot of trouble and this sad accident.
Two passengers, Suryakant Naik (68) and Hailey Momaya (19), were killed and three others severely injured when a fast train struck them near Sandhurst Road station.
The incident occurred after a nearly hour-long flash strike by Central Railway employees, which halted train services during Thursday evening rush hour.
Passengers deboarded a stalled train, thinking they would miss their connections, and began walking on the railway tracks when they were hit.
The strike was a protest against the GRP registering an FIR against two Central Railway engineers and officials for alleged negligence in a June accident where five people died.
Victims' families claim no compensation or medical aid has been offered by the railway or government authorities, and that the strike caused the fatal accident due to mismanagement.
- Who
- Suryakant Naik (68), Hailey Momaya (19), Khushbu, Yafiza Chougule (62), Kaif (22); Central Railway employees (protesters); Government Railway Police (GRP); Central Railway engineers and officials.
- What
- Two passengers were killed and three injured when they were struck by a train. This occurred after a flash strike by railway employees halted services, causing passengers to exit stalled trains and walk on the tracks.
- When
- Thursday evening, around 6:50 PM.
- Where
- Near Sandhurst Road railway station, Mumbai.
- Why
- The strike was called by Central Railway employees to protest the GRP registering an FIR against railway engineers and officials for alleged negligence in a previous fatal accident. Passengers deboarded a stalled train due to the strike and were subsequently hit by a moving train.
Victims and Relatives' Grievances
Railway and Police Actions
Compensation and Medical Aid
Victims and Relatives' Grievances
Victims' families and relatives state that no one from the railway or government has offered free treatment or compensation. They expressed dissatisfaction with the medical facilities at JJ hospital and opted for private care.
Railway and Police Actions
The GRP has registered a case of accidental death and is probing the incident. Railway employees went on a flash strike to protest an FIR filed by the GRP.
Responsibility for the Incident
Victims and Relatives' Grievances
Relatives of Suryakant Naik blamed railway mismanagement and the unannounced strike for his death, stating it was not his fault. Hailey Momaya's family sought immediate action against the railway employees who struck, leading to the halt of services.
Railway and Police Actions
The GRP had previously filed an FIR against two Central Railway engineers and senior officials for alleged negligence in a June accident. Railway unions described the FIR as an 'unfair action' and called the strike to protest it.
- Fatalities
- Two individuals, Suryakant Naik (68) and Hailey Momaya (19), died.
- Injuries
- Three people were severely injured: Khushbu (hand fractures), Yafiza Chougule (unconscious, head injuries, 25 stitches), and Kaif (back and shoulder fracture).
- Incident Details
- Passengers deboarded a stalled train during a strike and were subsequently hit by a fast-moving train.
- Location
- Near Sandhurst Road railway station, Mumbai.
- Time
- Around 6:50 PM on Thursday.
- Strike Cause
- Protest against the GRP's FIR filed on November 1 against Central Railway engineers and officials for alleged negligence in a June accident.
- Strike Duration
- Approximately one hour.
- Impact of Strike
- Halt in Central Railway services during evening rush hour, causing chaos, overcrowding, and passengers to deboard stalled trains.
Sources
Massive Rush At Mumbai's CSMT As Motormen Go On Strike, Passengers Left In Lurch At Local Train Stations
Mumbai Train Accident: 3 Feared Dead, Several Injured After Train Runs Over Passengers Near Sandhurst Station
2 dead, 3 injured after getting hit by train at Mumbai’s Sadhurst Road Railway station
Two killed, three injured by train while crossing tracks during flash strike by railway employees
Two dead, three injured after being hit by suburban train near Mumbai's Sandhurst Road railway station
Workers union strike to protest FIR against CR engineers brings trains to a halt at CSMT
Mumbai News: Bomb Threat Call Creates Panic At CSMT Railway Station
2 Killed, 3 Injured After Being Hit By Local Train In Mumbai
Mumbai Local Train Tragedy: What Happened at Sandhurst Road Station That Left 2 Dead
Sandhurst road railway accident: Kin of victim blame flash protest, seek action against union leaders
Mumbai Monorail Mishap: Human Error & System Glitch Behind Derailment, Reveals Preliminary Probe
Mumbai: 2 killed, 3 injured after being hit by local train amid strike by railway employees
Why railway employees at Mumbai’s CSMT called a flash strike on Thursday which led to the deaths of two passengers
