On Monday, a Rajdhani Express train bound for Dibrugarh came to a sudden halt near Sahaudangi after spotting a freight train carrying oil ahead of it on the same track. The freight train's engine had failed near Ambari More, causing it to stall. While the Rajdhani Express managed to stop 100...
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meters away from the freight train due to the driver's quick action, the incident caused a significant delay in train operations for almost 2.5 hours. Though passengers were initially alarmed, North East Frontier Railway officials have clarified that such incidents are common in areas with automatic signaling systems, and that the trains are designed to stop safely within a 1km radius. A witness reported seeing the Rajdhani Express come to an abrupt stop and observing the oil tanker ahead with a guard waving a red flag. The witness expressed concern about a potential collision, emphasizing the close proximity between the two trains.