Stone Pelting Incident on Kashi Mahakal Express in Kanpur Causes Alarm
In a disturbing event, unidentified miscreants allegedly targeted the Kashi Mahakal Express with stones in Kanpur district, resulting in a broken window glass in the first air-conditioned (First AC) coach and spreading panic among passengers. The Government Railway Police (GRP) confirmed the incident on Monday, highlighting concerns over railway safety.
Details of the Attack and Immediate Response
According to GRP officials, the stone pelting occurred around 9 PM on Sunday night near Bhimsen railway station. The train, en route from Varanasi to Indore, was moving towards Bhimsen after departing from Govindpuri railway station when the attack took place. GRP station in-charge Hemant reported that the window glass of the First AC coach shattered due to the impact of the stones. Fortunately, there were no reports of any passengers being injured in the incident.
Following the attack, railway employees acted swiftly to clean up the glass pieces from the affected coach, ensuring the safety and comfort of passengers. A video of the broken glass circulated on social media, drawing public attention to the event and raising questions about security measures on trains.
Investigation and Security Measures
In the initial investigation, the case appears to be an act of mischief, with no signs of a major conspiracy uncovered so far. As a precautionary measure, security was increased in the area to prevent further incidents. The investigation is ongoing, with authorities working to identify and apprehend those responsible.
The Railway Protection Force (RPF) has registered a First Information Report (FIR) against unknown persons involved in the alleged stone pelting. Efforts are being intensified to track down the culprits and ensure justice is served. This incident underscores the need for enhanced vigilance and protective measures on India's railway networks to safeguard passengers from such unruly acts.
