In recent months, there has been a concerning rise in train accidents across India, with multiple instances of trains derailing. In Chhattisgarh, a recent investigation revealed a significant lack of maintenance and negligence on the part of the railway authorities, with several vital parts, including e-clips, missing from the tracks on...
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the Raipur-Durg route. These e-clips are crucial for keeping the train on the tracks, raising serious concerns about the safety standards. According to reports, only 169 out of 350 scheduled inspections have been conducted this year, and foot inspections are also being neglected. The Railway staff uses track recording cars (TRC) to inspect the tracks, but even with these tools, crucial maintenance standards seem to be overlooked. While officials have promised investigations and action against those responsible, the lack of proper maintenance and inspections raises serious concerns about the safety of passengers traveling on the Indian railway system.