The lack of a basic passenger amenity has become a daily pain point at Asarwa railway station's Platform No. 2, where a shed without a roof awaits travellers.

The shed was planned to provide relief from the sun, but only the metal framework stands without any roofing, over 45 days after the structure was erected.

The timing of the delay has worsened the situation, with temperatures touching 42°C and likely to go up in the coming days.

Platform No. 2 handles long-distance trains, leading to heavy footfall throughout the day. With no shade, passengers are left waiting in the open, directly under the sun, often on overheated stone flooring.

The problem peaks during afternoon when the Asarwa-Agra train departs at around 3 pm, forcing passengers to gather on the platform. With no cover available, many are seen trying to find small patches of shadow near pillars or staircases.

"There is a full structure but no shade. We are still standing in the open. It feels like the work has just stopped midway," said Ramesh Patel, a passenger.

"Even for a short wait, it becomes difficult. The floor gets very hot, and there is no place to sit or stand comfortably," said Aviral Chudasama, another commuter.

Passengers said the shed work was planned months ago and could have been completed during the winter season, when conditions were favourable. However, despite the structure being ready for over a month, the final roofing, whether tin sheets or cement covering, has not been installed.

The unfinished work has raised questions about the pace of execution, especially as the need for such a facility is highest during the summer. Regular commuters say Platform No. 2 sees a steady flow of passengers, including families, elderly travellers and children, making the absence of shade more concerning.