In a remarkable display of vigilance and quick thinking, Loco Pilot Mubark Husain of the Udaipur-Jaipur Vande Bharat Express averted a potentially catastrophic incident on the morning of October 2nd.
The incident unfolded between Gangrar and Soniana railway stations in the Chittorgarh district of Rajasthan at around 9.53 am, raising concerns of possible sabotage.
"As the train passed Gangrar, Loco Pilot Mubark Husain observed an alarming sight on the tracks - two iron rods, each approximately one foot long, were maliciously placed on the rails.
"These iron rods were affixed to a joggle plate, a component used for connecting railway tracks. Additionally, stones had been deliberately stacked on the rails, posing a grave danger to the passengers on board," said an official of railway.
"Without hesitation, Loco Pilot Mubark Husain took swift action by applying the emergency brake, bringing the Udaipur-Jaipur Vande Bharat Express to a safe stop. He promptly informed Train Manager Deepak Sharma about the perilous situation," added officials.
The railway authorities, including Government Railway Police and Railway Protection personnel, swiftly responded to the emergency.
"An FIR has been registered against unknown accuesd at the Gangrar GRP police station under relevant section of IPC, and a comprehensive investigation is underway to identify and apprehend the culprits responsible for this act of sabotage," said an official.
The Udaipur-Jaipur Vande Bharat Express, introduced by the North-Western Railways Ajmer Division recently, has been providing efficient and convenient transportation services since its inaugural run was flagged off by PM Narendra Modi on September 24th vertually.
