Train Coaches Derailed: Disruption and Delays

Two empty train coaches derailed during a shunting operation near Maa Belha Devi Dham railway junction, blocking Jail Road crossing for six hours. Despite the disruption, train movement continued on an adjacent track. The blockage was cleared by 11:15 am, minimizing further inconvenience.

Train Coaches Derailed: Disruption and Delays
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In an unexpected turn of events, two empty train coaches derailed during a shunting operation on Tuesday morning near the Maa Belha Devi Dham railway junction, according to officials.

The derailment caused the closure of the Jail Road crossing gate for about six hours, significantly inconveniencing local residents and commuters.

Officials, including Station Superintendent Shamim Ahmed, confirmed that while the affected coaches were eventually reinstated by 11:15 am, train services ran smoothly on an adjacent track, mitigating extensive delays.

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