Recently, a train heading to the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus or CSMT in Mumbai met with an unanticipated problem. Manmad-Mumbai Panchavati Express, earlier today, got decoupled. Though the issue was resolved swiftly, the incident still caused delays for the passengers. Fortunately, though, no injuries, loss of life or infrastructure damage befell anyone involved in the incident. Here are all of the important details that you would need to know about the decoupling of this train.
Manmad-Mumbai Panchavati Express Decouples Near Kasara
According to an article which was recently published by The Free Press Journal or FPJ, the incident occurred sometime after 8:30 AM. The train, which was heading to Mumbai, left Kasara around 8:36 AM. This is when the decoupling occurred.
It is important to note that, fortunately, no injuries occurred during this incident. The officials from the railway were informed and they responded promptly. It is owing to their prompt response that the issue was resolved in less around 45 minutes.
By 9:18 AM, the issue had been resolved and the train departed for CSMT. Many people appreciated the prompt response from the officials and were quite impressed by it.
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Prompt Action From Authorities Resulted In Quick Resolution
Though the officials responded quickly and the issue was resolved, many people were still concerned about why the issue happened in the first place. There were no injuries this time but it could have ended dangerously.
The incident is a stark reminder of the need for a thorough inspection of a train before it starts out on a journey. Had the necessary check been done, this unfortunate hitch would have arisen. It caused a delay in the train reaching its destination.
The plans of a number of passengers may have been disrupted owing to this delay. Hence, authorities need to ensure that such an oversight does not happen again as it could pose a significant danger to the lives of passengers and crew alike.
Also Read: Local Train In Mumbai Uncouples At Marine Lines; No Casualties Reported
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First Published: July 06, 2024 2:11 PM