Passengers at Bilaspur Junction, a zonal headquarters station, faced severe discomfort due to the lack of cooling facilities during the scorching summer. On Thursday, both the misting machines and fans remained inactive throughout the day, leaving passengers sweltering in the heat. The station, despite being a zonal headquarters, lacks adequate amenities...
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for passengers, causing further inconvenience. The misting system, designed to cool the platform, was non-functional, leaving passengers struggling to cope with the heat. The absence of fans exacerbated the situation, forcing passengers to seek respite in the shade. Complaints from passengers about the lack of cooling facilities were disregarded, with the misting machines and fans remaining inactive for hours. The situation was compounded by train delays, adding to the passengers' frustration. The lack of cold water further aggravated the discomfort, highlighting the inadequate facilities provided at the station. The absence of any female passengers in the designated Akashita women's waiting room further emphasizes the overall lack of amenities and the disregard for passenger comfort. The state of the station, despite being a zonal headquarters, exposes a glaring neglect of passenger welfare by the railway administration.