In a shocking incident, stones were pelted at the Delhi-bound Swarn Shatabdi Express train in Uttar Pradesh on Saturday, with Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat onboard. The attack took place near the Ghaziabad railway station, prompting immediate security response. One individual has been taken into custody in connection with the incident.
Incident Details
The Swarn Shatabdi Express, en route to Delhi from Lucknow, came under attack when unidentified miscreants hurled stones at the train near Ghaziabad. The train was carrying RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat, who was returning to Delhi after attending a program in Lucknow. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, and Bhagwat remained safe.
Security Response
Following the incident, railway authorities alerted the Government Railway Police (GRP) and local police. A thorough investigation was launched, leading to the arrest of one suspect. Security has been tightened along the route to prevent any further untoward incidents.
Senior police officials have assured that strict action will be taken against those responsible. The arrested individual is being interrogated to ascertain the motive behind the attack and identify any possible accomplices.
Political Reactions
The incident has drawn sharp reactions from political leaders. Several parties condemned the attack, calling for enhanced security for VIPs and public transport. The ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) demanded a high-level probe, while opposition parties criticized the law and order situation in Uttar Pradesh.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath took cognizance of the matter and directed the police to ensure swift justice. He also instructed officials to review security protocols for trains carrying high-profile individuals.
Previous Incidents
This is not the first time that trains have been targeted in the region. In recent months, there have been several reports of stone pelting on moving trains, causing damage and raising safety concerns. Authorities have been urged to deploy additional patrols and install CCTV cameras at vulnerable spots.
The Swarn Shatabdi Express is a premier train service connecting Lucknow to Delhi. The incident has once again highlighted the need for better security measures on Indian Railways.
