2017 Mumbai stampede

On 29 September 2017, a stampede occurred at the suburban Elphinstone Road railway station in Mumbai, India. At least 23 people were killed and 39 others injured. The incident took place between the Parel railway station and Elphinstone road railway station.

Elphinstone Road Stampede
Elphinstone Road Station shown in March 2016
Date29 September 2017
LocationElphinstone Road railway station
Mumbai, India
Coordinates19.007533°N 72.835976°E / 19.007533; 72.835976
CauseOvercrowding of Pedestrian foot over bridge
Deaths23 to 27
Non-fatal injuries50
InquiriesHigh-level Enquiry
InquestChief Safety Officer of Western Railways

Government of Maharashtra

Ministry of Railways
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