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Broken or missing seats on Ara‑Patna MEMU train trouble commuters
✍️ Amar Ujala · Bihar
🗓 02 Nov 2026, 07:32 PM
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Several coaches of the Ara‑Patna MEMU (train 63214) have broken or absent seats, prompting daily passengers to lodge complaints. Danapur DRM Vinod Kumar has ordered a probe and repairs.
Several coaches of the Ara‑Patna MEMU service, train number 63214, have been reported with broken or missing seats. The defect affects multiple bogies and has been observed by regular commuters who travel the route daily.
Passengers have expressed inconvenience, noting that the lack of functional seating forces them to stand for extended periods, especially during peak hours. The issue has disrupted the comfort and safety expectations of the short‑distance travelers who rely on the MEMU for routine commutes.
Following the complaints, Vinod Kumar, the Divisional Railway Manager (DRM) of Danapur division, issued immediate instructions to conduct a detailed inspection of the affected coaches. He has also directed that necessary repairs or seat replacements be carried out without delay to restore normal service conditions.
The railway authorities have assured the public that they will monitor the situation closely and take corrective action to prevent recurrence, emphasizing passenger safety and comfort as top priorities.
Passengers have expressed inconvenience, noting that the lack of functional seating forces them to stand for extended periods, especially during peak hours. The issue has disrupted the comfort and safety expectations of the short‑distance travelers who rely on the MEMU for routine commutes.
Following the complaints, Vinod Kumar, the Divisional Railway Manager (DRM) of Danapur division, issued immediate instructions to conduct a detailed inspection of the affected coaches. He has also directed that necessary repairs or seat replacements be carried out without delay to restore normal service conditions.
The railway authorities have assured the public that they will monitor the situation closely and take corrective action to prevent recurrence, emphasizing passenger safety and comfort as top priorities.