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Truck Collides With Mumbai-Amravati Express at Maharashtra Railway Crossing

The collision caused brief disruption to train services, but no injuries were reported among passengers or the truck driver.

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The incident took place when the truck crossed a closed railway crossing, leading to the collision.

Overview

  • A truck carrying wheat collided with the Mumbai-Amravati Express at around 4:30 AM near Bodwad Railway Station in Maharashtra's Bhusawal division.
  • The truck crossed a closed railway crossing, which had been replaced by a nearby overbridge, and became lodged on the tracks.
  • The train pulled the truck for over 500 meters, but emergency brakes prevented further damage or injuries.
  • The collision caused damage to railway infrastructure, including overhead electric wires, leading to a temporary disruption in train services.
  • Railway traffic was restored by 8:50 AM, and an investigation into the incident is currently underway.