Local residents are furious over the recent theft of the entrance gate at Pilning station—a crime that underscores the neglect and vulnerability of the station in its current state. Once again, the lack of essential facilities and services at Pilning has created an environment where criminal acts go unchecked.
If Pilning station were treated as a fully functioning station—with proper CCTV surveillance, regular stopping services, a safe and accessible footbridge, and a steady stream of passengers—such blatant vandalism or theft would be far less likely to occur. Instead, the station remains forgotten and undervalued, leaving it open to these disgraceful incidents.
Pilning deserves better. It is high time for investment and revitalization, not just to deter criminal activities but to serve as a proper transportation hub for the community.
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