A serious accident was narrowly avoided at the Agra Fort Railway Station in Uttar Pradesh when plaster from the ceiling of the TTE waiting room collapsed. This unexpected event, which was caught on a widely circulated video on social media, almost resulted in injuries to the three TTEs who were inside at that moment. The incident raises concerns over the construction quality of a building that was completed in 2020 and had undergone some recent work just two months prior. Fortunately, no one was caught under the debris, preventing a potentially tragic outcome.

In response to the incident, the Divisional Railway Manager (DRM) issued a statement on social media after being informed of the plaster falling. The DRM noted that immediate action was taken against the responsible staff following the incident and that necessary repair work would be conducted promptly. The railway authorities emphasized their serious approach to safety issues concerning both passengers and staff and assured that such matters are treated with the utmost priority.

The collapse of the plaster has raised significant questions regarding the integrity and oversight of construction processes at railway facilities. Allegations of corruption and negligence have come to light in relation to the quality of work done at the station. These troubling issues could lead to increased scrutiny of how public infrastructures are managed and constructed in India, and whether adequate measures are being taken to ensure the safety of the facilities used by millions daily.