Police in Prayagraj are investigating an incident where a large stone was placed on the railway track, narrowly avoiding a major accident involving the Muri Express (train number 18309) travelling from Sambalpur to Jammu Tawi. The incident occurred near the village of Chhabilepur in the Purvamufti police station area. While...
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the train was able to avoid the stone, the police are investigating who placed it and the motive behind the act. The incident is being considered a serious conspiracy by railway officials. Despite extensive questioning of over 50 people, including those who fly kites, graze animals, and other suspects near the tracks, the investigation has yet to yield any results. The lack of CCTV cameras along the railway line and in the surrounding area is hindering the investigation. The police have been directed to investigate the matter aggressively, and the railway authorities are considering installing CCTV cameras near signals to prevent such incidents in the future.