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Railways Suspend Four Officials After BSF Rejects Dilapidated Train for Amarnath Yatra

The Railway Minister cited threats to soldier welfare from human waste-filled, insect-infested coaches when ordering the inquiry.

Photos from the train | By special arrangement
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw says dignity and comfort of security forces are of utmost priority | ANI file photo
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Overview

  • The BSF refused to embark on the special train after discovering cockroach-infested berths, broken interiors and soiled washrooms during a pre-departure inspection.
  • A more than 72-hour delay occurred when the train reached Udaipur on June 9 instead of the scheduled June 6 deployment date, jeopardising the June 12 Ministry of Home Affairs deadline.
  • Northeast Frontier Railway detached the substandard coaches following a formal complaint and dispatched a replacement rake for the 1,200-strong troop contingent.
  • Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw placed four Alipurduar division officials under suspension and launched a detailed probe to uphold accountability and troop dignity.
  • A new special train has been arranged to ensure timely, hygienic transport for BSF personnel ahead of the July 3–August 9 Amarnath Yatra security operation.