MUMBAI/ THANE: As a last-ditch attempt to curb track crossing, which has caused more than 80% deaths on Mumbai Railways last year, the Government Railway Police (GRP) have now started registering offences against the trespassers who have died on the tracks.
According to the GRP, registration of offences against the deceased will make it clear "who is at fault" and minimise the possibility of compensation being awarded to the next of kin. But activists have cautioned that the move may come across as insensitive and the focus should instead be on creating stronger infrastructure for commuters.
