An incident occurred at Gaziपुर City station where a wooden log, placed between gate numbers 27-28, collided with the Swatantrata Senani Express. The preliminary investigation revealed that the train was travelling at approximately 100 kmph. Even after applying the emergency brakes, the engine collided with the log, causing it to...
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get dragged along for about 400 meters. This impact resulted in the detachment of 6 pendral clips at varying distances. The engine of the train also failed. Due to the locomotive pilot's quick response and skillful application of brakes, the train was prevented from a major accident. The impact was so severe that even after applying emergency brakes, the drain plug of the main transformer's outlet pipe was damaged.