Freight Train At Kathua Station Moves Without Drivers, Covers 80 Km At High Speed: Report
JAMMU, Feb 25: A freight train, which was at a halt at Kathua Station, suddenly started running due to a slope towards Pathankot, without the driver.
The train was stopped near Ucchi Bassi in Mukerian, Punjab. An inquiry into the matter has been started, said Jammu’s Divisional Traffic Manager.
The train reportedly covered 80 kms without drivers at a very high speed.
Reacting to the incident, a social media user said that this was a concerning incident that raised questions about railway safety protocols and the need for thorough investigations to prevent such occurrences in the future.
