Thiruvananthapuram: The horrifying assault on 19-year-old Sreekutty on a moving train near Varkala is not merely an isolated act of violence it is a stark indictment of systemic lapses in railway safety. As an editorial board committed to public accountability, we find this incident deeply disturbing and unacceptable. No citizen should face the terror of being physically assaulted while traveling on a public transport system that is supposed to be secure and reliable.

Reports indicate that the victim, traveling in a general compartment, was assaulted and forcibly pushed off a moving train by a man reportedly under the influence of alcohol. She remains in critical condition, fighting for her life. The accused has been arrested, but the broader issue is clear: ordinary passengers, especia

See Full Page