On Sunday, January 12th, a shocking incident occurred when some unidentified individuals pelted stones at the Taptiganga Express, which was carrying passengers on its journey from Surat to Prayagraj for the Maha Kumbh Mela. The stone-pelting took place near Jalgaon Railway Station in Maharashtra, causing considerable concern among the passengers onboard.
The Taptiganga Express, a popular train for devotees heading to the Kumbh Mela, was traveling from Surat to Chhapra when the unsettling event unfolded. The stones were thrown at the train approximately two to three kilometers after it left the Jalgaon station. The impact caused damage to the windows of the B6 coach, leaving passengers shaken and worried about their safety. Fortunately, there were no immediate reports of injuries, but the emotional toll on those traveling to such an important religious gathering was evident.
Many of the passengers aboard the train were headed to the Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, and they quickly expressed their concerns over the security of their journey. One of the passengers shared a video on social media, showing the damage caused by the stones and calling for better safety measures. The video went viral, with viewers expressing shock over the incident and calling on railway authorities to take immediate action to prevent such attacks in the future.
Watch here, One of the passengers shared a video on social media from his seat.
Following the incident, the Jalgaon Railway Police took swift action by registering a case and launching a full investigation into the matter. Railway officials confirmed that an unidentified person had thrown stones at the moving train, leading to the shattered windows. Authorities have promised to increase security measures along the train’s route, ensuring a safer journey for the passengers, especially those traveling to religious destinations like the Kumbh Mela.
The Taptiganga Express is well-known for carrying thousands of devotees to the Maha Kumbh, one of the largest religious gatherings in the world. As a result, the authorities are now focusing on increasing police presence and other security measures along the train’s route to prevent any further incidents. They have assured the public that steps are being taken to ensure the safety and well-being of all passengers on board.
In a post on X, the divisional railway manager (DRM) of Bhusaval said “Immediate action was taken by our on-duty ticket-checking staff to ensure passenger safety.
This incident has raised serious concerns about the security of trains, particularly those carrying large numbers of passengers, including pilgrims, and has prompted calls for improved safety measures across the railway network. The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of vigilance and security, especially during events that see heavy crowds and long-distance travel.
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