Long tree trunk meant for Holi transported by tying it outside train coaches; 6 booked

MUMBAI: (Mar 4) A case has been registered against six persons for allegedly transporting a long areca nut tree trunk for Holi celebrations by tying it to the doors of a suburban local train travelling from Virar in Palghar district to Mahim in Mumbai, officials have said.

An X user shared an Instagram video on Tuesday, showing a long tree trunk tied horizontally outside a coach and blocking at least three of its four doors. He also tagged the railway authorities.

In an official response posted on X in the evening, the Divisional Railway Manager (DRM) of Western Railway's Mumbai division said that carrying bulky items in suburban trains is prohibited in the interest of commuter safety, and action has already been taken in this case.