CHENNAI: Two pillars of a foot overbridge (FOB) located close to the railway track at platform one in Guindy station poses a threat to the passengers. While the railways’ safety manual mandates minimum distance from the centre of the track and permanent structures be more than 2.36 m, the FOB pillar is located at a distance of 2.1 m. However, officials of the Southern Railway say there is no infringement in safety standards.
To provide ease of access to metro stations and bus stands, the railways built a second platform on the western side of Guindy and Egmore. Works are underway in St Thomas Mount and a few other stations in Beach – Tambaram section as well.
