Mumbai Stations Brace for Festivals: Tight Security, Bag Checks for Gudi Padwa, Eid

• Mumbai's major railway stations to have tight police security for two days due to consecutive festivals: Gudi Padwa (March 19, 2026) and Ramzan Eid (March 21, 2026).
• Security aims to prevent overcrowding, stampedes, thefts, and harassment, especially with increased passenger movement due to gas cylinder shortages.
• Measures include mandatory bag checks for all passengers, extensive CCTV monitoring, and deployment of dog squads and bomb detection teams.
• Railway police and RPF are training station staff (stall owners, hawkers, porters) to report suspicious activities immediately.
• Passengers are urged to report unattended bags or suspicious persons to railway police/RPF or contact 1512/139.