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 Train Station in the Suburbs
(Mid-day) by Donna_in_India
Mumbai and its suburban trains are famous for being very overcrowded. Locals hang from the doors and ride on top of the trains. Only for a few hours during midday are the trains less crowded. Be prepared to exit the train before your stop because crowds entering will be pushing you back as you try to exit. Be extremely cautious if you have to travel late at night – you may even consider an alternate mode of transportation.
If you are a woman, get a ticket for the woman’s (only) compartment or at the very least a first class ticket. DO NOT even think of going in a general/men’s compartment. It is so crowded that you most likely will be groped, touched, rubbed against, or molested.
The trains are cheap, on time, and still the fastest way to get into town from the suburbs or vice versa. Just be smart and safe! Leave a Comment
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quaint village scene by Escadora7, 3 more photos
These potholes can make a ride, especially a rickshaw-ride, quite an unpleasant experience, of which one often emerges bruised and in pains. I was wondering where all the purple bruises on my legs came from until I realized that it happened during rides when banging my legs into the rickshaw.
Bad road conditions are an ongoing discussion between politicians, and the Mumbaikers grumble in discontent. During our stay we saw an article in the Bombay-times which warned that "Elderly and pregnant women should not take rickshaws due to the road conditions."
Aah, those are the joys of monsoon-season... Leave a Comment
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If you are arriving at Mumbai in the wee hours, I strongly recommend that you arrang for a pick-up. Use taxis outside the airport which are controlled by the police and DON'T SHARE THE TAXI RIDE. Leave a Comment
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Be careful of Chatrapati Shivaji. The main station in Mumbai (CST - Chatrapati Shivaji Terminus) and the airports, national and international, are named after him. so, clearly mention that you have to go to Chatrapati Shivaji train terminus. or you may find yourself at the airport instead. Incidently, the train station was called Victoria Terminus, the domestic airport Santacruz airport and the international airport Sahar airport. Leave a Comment
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 by Amitu
Here are some mind-boggling facts:
-6 million people commute daily on the train network
-average peak hour load being 4500 – 5000 commuters per train
-commuter density inside the trains reach 9-14 persons/meter square
The picture should tell the story! Leave a Comment
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Be sure to check the tariff cards while travelling by rickshaw or taxi or you just might be taken for a ride!
Also,don't wear too little-this isn't Goa!People ogling at you all day does get kind of annoying! Leave a Comment
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1) Do not buy rail/air/city bus/movie tickets from individuals but from the counters.
2) Buy Mineral Water from Medical Stores, Buy/Eat packed processed foods.
3)Check and re-check for correct desired information with 3-4 people. Believe in your self.
4)Report harrasment/traffic flirtations/misbehaviour to the nearest local police station
5)City Buses (BEST) Travelling is the best bet for point to point sightseeing Website: mumbaipolice.org
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Avoid being alone at night unless there are plenty of people around. Leave a Comment
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