<p>The inside chaos of the BEST bus which had mowed down seven people in the Kurla area of Mumbai was captured on CCTV.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In the CCTV footage, bus driver Sanjay More was seen picking up two backpacks from the cabin and jumping out from a window - which was broken - after the incident.&nbsp;</p>

<p>On Wednesday (Dec 11), four to five videos of the incident, each having a duration of 50 seconds to more than one minute, went viral on social media platforms.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Here's what was recorded in the CCTV footage</strong></h2>

<p>In the video, passengers appeared in panic as the bus ran wildly, hitting pedestrians and vehicles on the way on Monday night (Dec 9) in Kurla (west).</p>

<p>Inside the bus, some passengers tightly held to the poles and handles while others got up from their seats to understand the mayhem as the bus moved ahead.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:</strong>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/video-six-dead-in-mumbai-bus-crash-detained-driver-blames-brake-failure-782817">Six dead in Mumbai bus crash, detained driver blames brake failure</a></p>

<p>And as&nbsp;the bus came to a halt, the passengers started jumping out of the broken windows. In a clip, Sanjay More was seen&nbsp;jumping out from a shattered cabin window with two black backpacks, which was on the left side of the bus.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The bus conductor also left from the rear side door. The electric bus, which went out of control, was operated by the civic-run Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport (BEST).</p>

<p>The bus rammed into vehicles and passengers on the SG Barve Marg in Kurla (West) at around 9.30 pm on Monday (Dec 9).</p>

<p>Apart from killing seven people and injuring 42 others, the accident also damaged 22 vehicles.</p>

<h2><strong>Police arrest bus driver&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>Police arrested the bus driver for culpable homicide not amounting to murder and he will be kept in remand custody till December 21.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Six Dead In Mumbai Bus Crash, Detained Driver Blames Brake Failure&nbsp;</strong></p>

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<p>As per media reports, More did not have any experience of driving electric vehicles and only went through a 10-day training for steering EVs.</p>

<p>On Wednesday (Dec 11), officials of BEST and the Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) held meetings with private operators and said that the focus will be shifted to the training of the drivers and extra safety steps will be adopted.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A breath analyser test will also be made mandatory by BEST for drivers.&nbsp;</p>

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The inside chaos of the BEST bus which had mowed down seven people in the Kurla area of Mumbai was captured on CCTV. In the CCTV footage, bus driver Sanjay More was seen picking up two backpacks from the cabin and jumping out from a window - which was broken - after the incident.

The inside chaos of the BEST bus which had mowed down seven people in the Kurla area of Mumbai was captured on CCTV. In the CCTV footage, bus driver Sanjay More was seen picking up two backpacks from the cabin and jumping out from a window - which was broken - after the incident. On Wednesday (Dec 11), four to five videos of the incident, each having a duration of 50 seconds to more than one minute, went viral on social media platforms. Here's what was recorded in the CCTV footage In the video, passengers appeared in panic as the bus ran wildly, hitting pedestrians and vehicles on the way on Monday night (Dec 9) in Kurla (west). Inside the bus, some passengers tightly held to the poles and handles while others got up from their seats to understand the mayhem as the bus moved ahead. Also Read: Six dead in Mumbai bus crash, detained driver blames brake failure And as the bus came to a halt, the passengers started jumping out of the broken windows. In a clip, Sanjay More was seen jumping out from a shattered cabin window with two black backpacks, which was on the left side of the bus. Kurla Bus accident inside video 😳😳😳 pic.twitter.com/4hJZPnGXIv — Rahul R Pawar (@rahulpawar185) December 12, 2024 × The bus conductor also left from the rear side door. The electric bus, which went out of control, was operated by the civic-run Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport (BEST). The bus rammed into vehicles and passengers on the SG Barve Marg in Kurla (West) at around 9.30 pm on Monday (Dec 9). Apart from killing seven people and injuring 42 others, the accident also damaged 22 vehicles. Police arrest bus driver Police arrested the bus driver for culpable homicide not amounting to murder and he will be kept in remand custody till December 21. Watch: Six Dead In Mumbai Bus Crash, Detained Driver Blames Brake Failure As per media reports, More did not have any experience of driving electric vehicles and only went through a 10-day training for steering EVs. On Wednesday (Dec 11), officials of BEST and the Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) held meetings with private operators and said that the focus will be shifted to the training of the drivers and extra safety steps will be adopted. A breath analyser test will also be made mandatory by BEST for drivers. (With inputs from agencies)

CCTV captures bus driver taking bags and fleeing from broken window after deadly crash in Mumbai

<p>Scores of agitated students demanding jobs in Railways blocked tracks during peak morning hours on Tuesday,, forcing the railway to stop the suburban as well as the express train between Matunga and CSMT in Mumbai.</p>

<p><strong>Why did protests erupt</strong></p>

<p>The protests were carried out by activists of the All India Act Apprentice Association (AAAAA). It demanded to scrap of the 20 per cent quota for direct recruitment and jobs for local candidates in all states who have cleared the All India Railway Act Apprentice Exams.</p>

<p>They claimed they had taken up their demands right up to the Railway Minister Piyush Goyal who met them but there was no progress in the matter.</p>

<p>They claim that until now everyone used to be included in Group D but now they have fixed at 20% quota which was mainly for the new lot. The protesters claimed that they went on a protest at Delhi and Bhusawal, previously.</p>

<p><strong>What Central Railway says</strong></p>

<p>A Central Railway spokesperson said that there was no provision of giving the job to apprentices as per the Apprentice Act who are only trained for a specific period to hone their skills and gain experience.</p>

<p>&quot;Stating that the notification is already issued with the last date of submitting an application as 31.3.2018. Apprentices can apply against this notification and Special Examination will shortly be held for Apprentices who have done training in Railway Workshops under Apprentices Act.&quot; Central Railway said.</p>

<p>The Railways has set a target of training 30,000 apprentices at its 17 zonal and seven production units in 2018-19, as part of the government&#39;s Skill India initiative.</p>

<p>Apprentice training comprises basic and on-the-job training/practical training. Basic training is an essential component of apprenticeship for those who have not undergone any institutional training before taking up on-the-job and practical training.</p>

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The Railways has set a target of training 30,000 apprentices at its 17 zonal and seven production units in 2018-19, as part of the government's Skill India initiative.

Scores of agitated students demanding jobs in Railways blocked tracks during peak morning hours on Tuesday,, forcing the railway to stop the suburban as well as the express train between Matunga and CSMT in Mumbai. Why did protests erupt The protests were carried out by activists of the All India Act Apprentice Association (AAAAA). It demanded to scrap of the 20 per cent quota for direct recruitment and jobs for local candidates in all states who have cleared the All India Railway Act Apprentice Exams. They claimed they had taken up their demands right up to the Railway Minister Piyush Goyal who met them but there was no progress in the matter. They claim that until now everyone used to be included in Group D but now they have fixed at 20% quota which was mainly for the new lot. The protesters claimed that they went on a protest at Delhi and Bhusawal, previously. What Central Railway says A Central Railway spokesperson said that there was no provision of giving the job to apprentices as per the Apprentice Act who are only trained for a specific period to hone their skills and gain experience. "Stating that the notification is already issued with the last date of submitting an application as 31.3.2018. Apprentices can apply against this notification and Special Examination will shortly be held for Apprentices who have done training in Railway Workshops under Apprentices Act." Central Railway said. The Railways has set a target of training 30,000 apprentices at its 17 zonal and seven production units in 2018-19, as part of the government's Skill India initiative. Apprentice training comprises basic and on-the-job training/practical training. Basic training is an essential component of apprenticeship for those who have not undergone any institutional training before taking up on-the-job and practical training.

Mumbai Rail roko: Reason behind the protest

<p>Students call off protest in Mumbai resulting in the resumption of train services. It is learned that the railway officials played an important role in brokering peace.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read: <a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/over-60-trains-cancelled-as-job-aspirants-block-railway-tracks-in-mumbai-36451" target="_blank">Over 60 trains cancelled as job seekers block railway tracks in Mumbai</a></strong></p>

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<p>As the agitation was called off, train services between Matunga and CSMT resumed from 1035 hours.&nbsp;</p>

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12534 CSMT-Lucknow Pushpak Exp (sch 0825 hrs) at 1030 hrs<br />
11029 CSMT-Kolhapur Koyna Exp (sch 0840 hrs) at 1045 hrs</p>
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<p>However, news agency ANI reported that the agitating railway job aspirants were still present at the spot where they had been protesting, between Matunga and Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus railway station.</p>

<p>Earlier in the day, scores of students agitated demanding jobs in railways blocked rail traffic, including suburban services between Matunga and Dadar stations, causing difficulties to lakhs of commuters, a Central Railway official said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The protests were carried out by activists of the All India Act Apprentice Association (AAAAA). They demanded to scrap of the 20 per cent quota and jobs for locals in all states to those candidates who clear the All India Railway Act Apprentice Exams.&nbsp;</p>

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A flash agitation by job-seekers over issues pertaining to railway recruitment was called off on Tuesday after the officials brokered peace.

Students call off protest in Mumbai resulting in the resumption of train services. It is learned that the railway officials played an important role in brokering peace. Also read: Over 60 trains cancelled as job seekers block railway tracks in Mumbai #WATCH: Railway traffic resumes between Dadar & Matunga, agitating railway job aspirants still present at the spot where they have been protesting, between Matunga & Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus railway station. #Mumbai pic.twitter.com/J72KIhc38b — ANI (@ANI) March 20, 2018 × As the agitation was called off, train services between Matunga and CSMT resumed from 1035 hours. Train services resume from 1035 hrs between Matunga and CSMT@RidlrMUM @mumbairailusers @m_indicator — Central Railway (@Central_Railway) March 20, 2018 × Trains Rescheduled on 20.3.2018 10103 CSMT-Madgaon Mandvi Exp (sch 0710 hrs) at 1000 hrs 11301 CSMT-KSR Bengaluru Udyan Exp (sch 0810 hrs) at 1015 hrs 12534 CSMT-Lucknow Pushpak Exp (sch 0825 hrs) at 1030 hrs 11029 CSMT-Kolhapur Koyna Exp (sch 0840 hrs) at 1045 hrs — Central Railway (@Central_Railway) March 20, 2018 × Recruitment in Railways is underway at a large scale. On directives of Supreme Court, Indian Railways has made a recruitment policy that is unbiased & transparent: Piyush Goyal on Railway job aspirants' agitation in Mumbai pic.twitter.com/mjWBIlwGcL — ANI (@ANI) March 20, 2018 × However, news agency ANI reported that the agitating railway job aspirants were still present at the spot where they had been protesting, between Matunga and Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus railway station. Earlier in the day, scores of students agitated demanding jobs in railways blocked rail traffic, including suburban services between Matunga and Dadar stations, causing difficulties to lakhs of commuters, a Central Railway official said. The protests were carried out by activists of the All India Act Apprentice Association (AAAAA). They demanded to scrap of the 20 per cent quota and jobs for locals in all states to those candidates who clear the All India Railway Act Apprentice Exams. (With inputs from Agencies)

Rail roko protests in Mumbai called off, local train services resume

<p>Protesting against the confusion surrounding railway recruitment, students stopped trains on Central Railway during the peak hours on Tuesday.</p>

<p>More than 500 students working as apprentices in different technical workshops of Railways staged a rail roko on the Central Railway (CR) Line, demanding permanent jobs. Due to this, trains between Kurla and Dadar stations remain suspended.</p>

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<p>According to senior railways officials of the Central Railways, the students have stopped traffic since 7 am. Officials said they are running special trains for Kurla station in the down direction and diverting railway traffic from Dadar station in the up direction to facilitate commute.</p>

<p>Entire four lines are affected between Matunga and CSMT. Police and railway official are having talks with them, the official said.</p>

<p>The Central Railways issued a helpline number 020-23061763 and a local emergency helpline number 020-23004000 to help those seeking information about the movement of trains vis-a-vis the ongoing protest by the job seekers.</p>

<p>As per latest information, at least 60 trains are said to be either running late or cancelled due to the agitation. Trains are, meanwhile, running between Kurla from Karjat/Kkasara and the passengers are allowed to travel on Harbour line.&nbsp;</p>

<p>&quot;There has been no recruitment since last four years. We are struggling from pillars to post. Over 10 students have committed suicide. We cannot let such things happen,&quot; a student who was part of the protest said.</p>

<p>&quot;We will not budge from here until and unless Railway Minister Piyush Goyal come and meet us. Our several prayers made to DRM (Divisional Railway Manager of Mumbai Division) have failed,&quot; another student said.</p>

<p>&quot;Mumbai police along with GRP and RPF jawans are having talks with the students and railway&#39;s first priority was to clear the track first,&quot; Chief PRO of Central Railway Sunil Udasi said.</p>

<p>Students shouting slogans against railways held the placard in their hands demanding one-time settlement from GM quota and said that they demand jobs from government.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from PTI)</em></p>


Mumbai local train services have been crippled by job aspirants, leaving lakhs of commuters stranded and Central railway cancelling at least 60 trains

Protesting against the confusion surrounding railway recruitment, students stopped trains on Central Railway during the peak hours on Tuesday. More than 500 students working as apprentices in different technical workshops of Railways staged a rail roko on the Central Railway (CR) Line, demanding permanent jobs. Due to this, trains between Kurla and Dadar stations remain suspended. #Mumbai: Railway traffic affected due to student agitation between Matunga & Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus railway station, the agitators are demanding jobs in railways. Police has reached the spot. pic.twitter.com/rlFp1K4tBz — ANI (@ANI) March 20, 2018 × According to senior railways officials of the Central Railways, the students have stopped traffic since 7 am. Officials said they are running special trains for Kurla station in the down direction and diverting railway traffic from Dadar station in the up direction to facilitate commute. Entire four lines are affected between Matunga and CSMT. Police and railway official are having talks with them, the official said. The Central Railways issued a helpline number 020-23061763 and a local emergency helpline number 020-23004000 to help those seeking information about the movement of trains vis-a-vis the ongoing protest by the job seekers. As per latest information, at least 60 trains are said to be either running late or cancelled due to the agitation. Trains are, meanwhile, running between Kurla from Karjat/Kkasara and the passengers are allowed to travel on Harbour line. "There has been no recruitment since last four years. We are struggling from pillars to post. Over 10 students have committed suicide. We cannot let such things happen," a student who was part of the protest said. "We will not budge from here until and unless Railway Minister Piyush Goyal come and meet us. Our several prayers made to DRM (Divisional Railway Manager of Mumbai Division) have failed," another student said. "Mumbai police along with GRP and RPF jawans are having talks with the students and railway's first priority was to clear the track first," Chief PRO of Central Railway Sunil Udasi said. Students shouting slogans against railways held the placard in their hands demanding one-time settlement from GM quota and said that they demand jobs from government. (With inputs from PTI)

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