Portion of platform shed collapses at Lucknow station, three injured
A portion of a platform shed collapsed at Lucknow Junction Railway Station, injuring three individuals, including a travelling ticket examiner. The incident occurred during redevelopment work on platform number five, causing panic among waiting passengers. Railway authorities have initiated an inquiry into the collapse, which may have been caused by rusting structures and lack of maintenance.
- ▪Three people were injured in the incident, including a TTE and two passengers.
- ▪The collapse occurred around 8:15 a.m. on platform number five.
- ▪An inquiry has been ordered, and a three-member committee has been formed to investigate the incident.
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Three persons, including a travelling ticket examiner (TTE), were injured after a portion of a platform shed collapsed at Lucknow Junction Railway Station on Friday (May 29, 2026), officials said.The incident occurred around 8:15 a.m. on platform number five.According to railway officials, passengers were waiting on the platform when a large section of the shed collapsed and partially fell towards the railway track, triggering panic among commuters. A portion of a shed collapsed during redevelopment work at Charbagh railway station, in Lucknow. | Photo Credit: Sandeep Saxena The injured were identified as TTE Amit and passengers Akhilesh and Sahil.
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