 |
|
The tragic incident at Barauni Junction on Saturday serves as a stark reminder of the dangers inherent in railway operations. Amar Kumar Raut, a 35-year-old railway employee, lost his life while performing shunting duty on the Lucknow-Barauni Express train. The accident occurred during a routine task of preparing the couplings of the parcel van to attach it to the shunting engine. Raut was attempting to move the train to the shunting station when the shunting engine driver unexpectedly moved backward, crushing him between the engine and the parcel van.
Eyewitnesses at the scene, horrified by the unfolding tragedy, raised an alarm, prompting the engine driver to flee the scene, leaving the engine behind. The driver's hasty retreat raises questions about the circumstances leading up to the accident and whether there were any protocols in place to ensure the safety of railway workers during shunting operations. The absence of the driver at the scene also hinders the investigation into the cause of the accident.
Raut, a resident of Dalsinghsarai in Samastipur district, leaves behind a family devastated by the sudden and tragic loss. The accident highlights the importance of strict adherence to safety protocols and the need for robust training programs for railway personnel, particularly those involved in potentially hazardous tasks such as shunting. East Central Railway general manager Chhatrasal Singh has ordered an investigation into the incident, hoping to shed light on the cause of the accident and prevent future tragedies of this nature. This investigation must thoroughly examine the factors that led to the accident, including the driver's actions, any potential communication breakdowns, and the effectiveness of existing safety protocols.
Source: Tragic Accident: Railway Worker Crushed to Death at Barauni Junction