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Buffaloes Halt Central Railway Near Badlapur Before Services Resume

Officials reported only brief delays after crews removed the animals.

Overview

  • Two buffaloes were trapped under a Mumbai-bound local between Vangani and Badlapur, causing an up-line halt toward the city.
  • The incident occurred around 11:07 am, with two local trains and one express temporarily stopped, according to Central Railway.
  • Railway staff and local residents worked to free the animals, which sustained serious injuries, while the train crew stood by.
  • Central Railway said operations between Thane–Mumbai and ThaneKalyan resumed at 11:15 am, with passengers advised to check for minor delays.
  • Reports described overcrowding at stations including Badlapur, Ambernath and Kalyan during the stoppage.