Integrate safety measures into all rail transit systems

MRT commuters crowded at Tun Razak Exchange (TRX) station. —YAP CHEE HONG/The Star

WE refer to the tragic incident at Titiwangsa Light Rail Transit (LRT) station on Feb 22 where an elderly visually-impaired man lost his life after falling onto the railway tracks and being struck by a train. This heartbreaking and preventable incident underscores the urgent need for improved safety measures across our existing and upcoming rail transit systems.

The Human Rights Commission of Malaysia (Suhakam) conducted an awareness programme on public transport accessibility from the Medan Tuanku Monorail station to MRT Titiwangsa on Feb 23, 2024. Despite Suhakam’s efforts to highlight disability-inclusive public transport accessibility and safety, this tragedy still occurred. How does this inspire confidence among the general public?