He assessed crowd management and interacted with passengers, seeking feedback on cleanliness and facilities. He visited Mini Control Room at PF no16 and took stock of the passenger’s movement during the upcoming Holi festival.
However, some new areas were developed at New Delhi station premises after February 15 and accordingly additional CCTVs are provided to cover these areas, he said.
Five people have been arrested and stolen valuables worth Rs 1 crore have been recovered from their possession.
New Delhi station could smoothly handle the extremely heavy rush of Diwali and Chhath with the help of holding area. The holding area was completed within four months.
A permanent holding area has been commissioned at New Delhi Railway station. Additionally, a temporary holding area (Tentage) has been set up at New Delhi and Anand Vihar Terminal railway stations.
AAP spokesperson Priyanka Kakkar alleged that the tragedy was a result of "mismanagement at all levels" and questioned the government's preparedness despite the Mahakumbh incidents.
President Droupadi Murmu, Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar and Prime Minister Narendra Modi have expressed deep sorrow over the loss of lives in a stampede at New Delhi Railway Station and extended their condolences to the bereaved families.
An eyewitness, an IAF sergeant on Sunday recounted that despite announcements and efforts to convince people to avoid gathering in large numbers, the crowd remained unmanageable.
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge on Sunday launched a scathing attack on the Centre over the stampede at New Delhi Railway Station on Saturday, demanding transparency and accountability in such situations.
At least 18 people lost their lives in a stampede-like situation at the New Delhi Railway Station on Saturday night, while 9 got injured, who are presently hospitalised, officials said on Sunday.
