The Mumbai Metropolitan Regional Development Authority (MMRDA) is planning to set up an emergency passenger evacuation system on the Mumbai Monorail, which runs between Sant Gadge Maharaj Chowk and Chembur, covering a distance of 19.5 km.
An official said a consultant will be appointed to suggest measures to ensure safe evacuation of all passengers within 30 minutes of an accident. “The consultant will suggest measures… for example, if a walkway can be constructed along the track… for carrying out safe evacuation.”
According to MMRDA officials, the Monorail route passes through congested and residential areas like Mahul bay, Wadala bridge road and Curry Road railway station.
