Why this Mumbaikar turned into a human indicator at Dadar station
Updated On: 13 May, 2024 11:01 AM IST | Ainie Rizvi
Mumbai’s Dadar Railway Station is a dramatic spot for local trains. With no indicator at the city’s busiest railway station – this Mumbai local sheds two hours every morning to establish order and help lost commuters
Narendra Patil at Dadar railway station. Pic/Ainie Rizvi
At the southern railway bridge connecting Dadar West to East, Narendra Patil stands at the crossway serving a higher purpose.
While pointing to the west side, he announces: “For Andheri, head to the second station – ticket price Rs 10. Fast mein jana hai, toh teen number platform.”
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