Kolkata
oi-Swastika Sruti
In a drastic situation witnessed at Dakshineswar Railway Station in West Bengal on Thursday morning after an overhead electric wire triggered loud sparks and flames near a train standing at the platform.
An overhead electric wire snapped at Dakshineswar Railway Station in West Bengal on Thursday morning, causing sparks and flames near a stationary train and triggering panic among passengers, though no casualties were reported as officials responded quickly to repair the line.
In the video the people at the platform can be seen running away from the spark.
Overhead Wire Breaks, Triggering Panic
According to reports, the overhead electric cable on the down line of Dakshineswar Railway Station suddenly snapped while a train was stationed at the platform.
It is been told that as the wire broke, loud cracking sounds were heard and bright sparks erupted from the live cable. The sudden incident startled passengers waiting on the platform as well as those inside the train.
Panic gripped Dakshineswar railway station on Wednesday after an overhead electric (OHE) wire snapped, causing smoke and bright flashes as passengers were arriving at the station.
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Eyewitness videos captured the tense moments, showing passengers moving to safer locations while railway staff worked to secure the area.
Railway Team Responds Quickly
The railway officials responded to the incident quickly, reached the station to assess the situation.
The damaged overhead wire was inspected, and repair work began immediately to restore normal operations. Railway personnel also ensured that passengers remained at a safe distance until the power supply was secured and the repairs were completed.
No Casualties Reported
It must be noted that, despite the dramatic scenes, no serious injuries were reported.
Since the train was already standing at the platform when the wire snapped, passengers were able to move away quickly after noticing the sparks. Railway authorities managed the situation before it could pose a greater risk to commuters.
Shocking visuals from #Dakshineswar railway station . Reports suggest an overhead #Electrical fault triggered panic among #Passengers. pic.twitter.com/5UKx69yQai
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The incident has once again highlighted the importance of maintaining overhead electrical infrastructure, especially at busy railway stations with heavy passenger movement.
Viral Video Sparks Safety Concerns
The viral video has drawn widespread attention on social media, with many users raising concerns about railway safety and maintenance.
Several people questioned why such incidents continue to occur and urged the Railways to carry out regular inspections of overhead electric lines and ageing infrastructure. Others expressed relief that a major tragedy was avoided and appreciated the quick response of the railway staff.
