Woman Claims Harassment by Men on Train, Railway Police Responds
Harassment Incident on Mahakaal Superfast Express
A distressing incident of harassment unfolded aboard the Mahakaal Superfast Express, traveling from Indore to Govindpuri, Kanpur. A woman, accompanied by her daughter and brother, experienced verbal abuse and harassment by a group of eight men during their journey. The woman took to social media to share her ordeal, describing the unacceptable behavior she endured.
Details of the Harassment
In her post on Twitter, the woman recounted how the men began hurling vulgar comments at her, singing obscene Bhojpuri songs, and continuing their harassment until the train reached Sant Hridayram Nagar. “A group of 8 rowdy men started commenting on my modesty, saying vulgar comments, singing vulgar Bhojpuri songs, and kept harassing me till Sant Hridayram Nagar!” she wrote. The woman’s tweet included a video showing the men taunting her, highlighting the severity of the incident.
Video Evidence and Public Outcry
Watch the video here:
See how Fauji bande are abusing and showing me chappals!
TC was for namesake! He just wanted to make me shut my mouth! pic.twitter.com/BWewxlX36c— 🇮🇳 मुमुक्षु सनातनी (@Pratyangira1) April 7, 2025
Questioning the Role of Authorities
In a state of distress, the woman questioned the integrity of the men involved, asking, “Are they really ‘Rakshak’ (saviour)?” Despite filing a complaint with the Railway Protection Force (RPF) via the official Railway Seva Twitter handle, the authorities only arrived after the men had reached their destination. The woman expressed her frustration, stating, “My coach is B-3, seat 44. Still, I’m unable to digest such a type of mental abuse!”
Role of the Ticket Collector
The woman also pointed out the lack of assistance from the ticket collector (TC), who did little to address the situation. She noted, “See how they are abusing and showing me chappals! TC was for namesake! He just wanted to make me shut my mouth!” This highlights concerns about the effectiveness of train staff in handling such incidents.
Railway Police Response and Investigation
The case has raised significant concerns about the safety and well-being of female passengers on Indian trains, particularly in the face of harassment. The Railway Police have acknowledged the complaint, and an investigation is underway to identify the men involved and take appropriate action.
उक्त के सम्बन्ध में थाना जीआरपी झाँसी को आवश्यक कार्यवाही हेतु निर्देशित किया गया।
— SP GRP JHANSI (@spgrpjhansi) April 7, 2025
Call for Improved Safety Measures
This incident has sparked widespread outrage and calls for improved safety measures for women traveling on public transportation. The viral video capturing the men taunting the woman by showing her their slippers underscores the need for stringent action against such behavior. It is imperative that authorities take decisive steps to ensure the safety and security of all passengers, particularly women, to prevent such incidents in the future.