Overview

• The train crash in Andhra Pradesh in October, which killed 14 people, was caused by drivers watching a cricket match on their phone.
• India's railway minister stated that the drivers missed a signal, leading to the collision with another train.
• Hundreds of emergency workers were deployed to the crash site for rescue operations.
• Following the incident, new safety systems are being installed to prevent such distractions among train drivers.
• This crash is part of a series of recent rail accidents in India, prompting significant investments in upgrading the railway network.