The remains of a partially demolished bridge running across the breadth of Dombivli station pose a risk to commuters and trains, six months after it was shut. Despite the real threat the rusting skeleton poses to commuter safety, authorities have not pulled it down, saying work will mean the temporary shutting of all six lines.

According to Mumbai Rail Vikas Corporation (MRVC) statistics, Dombivli is among the city's busiest stations, seeing up to 50,000 commuters each during morning and evening peak hours.