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This article shares details about a landslide that disrupted train services in Gaya, along with its impact on passengers and future precautions.
A landslide occurred on Tuesday afternoon between Nathganj and Basatwa stations, which is part of the Gaya-Koderma railway line. This happened around 2 PM when heavy rains caused soil and debris to fall onto the tracks.
The driver of a freight train reported the situation, prompting the Dhanbad Railway Division Control to halt train services on the affected down line right away. It took around two and a half hours to clear the debris from the tracks.
During the cleanup, several trains, including the Gaya-Howrah Vande Bharat Express and the New Delhi-Puri Purushottam Express, were delayed for hours. Passengers on these trains faced significant inconvenience as operations on the down line were suspended.
Notably, the Gaya-Howrah Vande Bharat Express was delayed by one hour, while the New Delhi-Puri Purushottam Express faced a delay of three hours. Other trains also experienced delays ranging from one and a half to over three hours.
In light of frequent landslides in the Gurpa-Gazandi Valley section, railway authorities have issued an alert. They plan to inspect the area soon and are considering additional safety measures to prevent future disruptions.
Summary:
- A landslide disrupted train services in Gaya on Tuesday.
- Train operations on the down line were halted for about two and a half hours.
- Several trains faced delays, causing inconvenience to passengers.
- Delays varied from one hour to over three hours for different trains.
- Railway officials are planning inspections and safety measures for the valley section.
