Railway minister Ashwini Vaishnaw refutes delays in Vande Bharat sleeper trains over design
Friday, 29 November 2024 () Railway minister Ashwini Vaishnaw dismissed reports of delays in Vande Bharat sleeper train production due to design issues, clarifying the real cause was the Russian firm's limited experience with larger trains. Vaishnaw assured that the Indian Railways' needs for 16 to 24-coach trains were clearly communicated and production will commence soon.
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A tragic incident unfolded at Barauni Junction, where a railway worker, Amar Kumar (35), was crushed to death while uncoupling an engine from a bogie. The horrifying accident, which was caught on camera, shows the worker trapped between the engine and the train for over two hours. Despite efforts to raise the alarm, the driver fled the scene, and it took railway authorities two hours to move the train and remove the body. The incident has sparked outrage among passengers and workers alike, with calls for accountability and immediate action to improve safety measures. This is just the latest in a string of safety failures in Indian Railways, raising questions about the agency's commitment to ensuring the safety of its workers and passengers.
Railway minister Ashwini Vaishnaw dismissed reports of delays in Vande Bharat sleeper train production due to design issues, clarifying the real cause was the... IndiaTimes
Friday, 29 November 2024 ()
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