Ghatkopar railway station in Mumbai is facing significant crowding issues, despite a promised upgrade by former Railway Minister Piyush Goyal. While the Kalyan end of the station has been upgraded, the central 12-meter bridge remains congested. Commuters complain about the lack of progress, citing issues like gaps in the roof, scattered...
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wiring, and closed escalators. Officials from the Mumbai Railway Vikas Corporation (MRVC) claim that the work is ongoing and that the project is on schedule, emphasizing the challenges posed by the heavy traffic and crowds. The project is divided into two phases, with phase one already completed and phase two expected to accelerate after the monsoon. Delays were attributed to the previous state government's suspension of funding for MUTP projects. Ghatkopar is a crucial junction due to its integration with Mumbai Metro Line 1, leading to an average daily footfall of 3.87 lakh commuters. The station's overcrowding was highlighted in a 2019 mid-day report, prompting former MP Manoj Kotak to raise the issue with Piyush Goyal. Despite the announcement of an upgrade plan, the station's congested areas remain unchanged.