Ludhiana, Feb. 9 -- Despite the presence of SLRD (seating cum luggage rake for disabled) coaches on most trains, differently abled passengers often struggle to find space as the reserved compartments are frequently occupied by regular travellers.

Located next to the general coach, the SLRD coach tends to get crowded once the general compartment fills up, with passengers gradually moving into the reserved space. As a result, differently abled passengers are often forced to struggle for access despite the coach being earmarked for their use.

Explaining the situation, Railway Protection Force (RPF) in-charge at Ludhiana Junction, inspector SB Yadav, said that enforcement becomes difficult once the train leaves the station of origin. "At th...