Due to heavy rainfall in Kasganj, Uttar Pradesh, a section of the Kasganj-Bareilly railway track near pillar number 419/6, located near Awas Vikas Colony, has been severely damaged. Large potholes have formed due to soil erosion near the track, potentially posing a significant danger to passing trains. The railway...
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contractor responsible for the track maintenance, who was hired to fill in the track with soil, appears to have used substandard materials and methods, leading to the recurring issue. Despite the previous month's similar incident resulting in potholes, the contractor appears to have neglected their duty. This negligence poses a serious safety risk to passengers. Upon being approached for comment, the Junior Engineer (JE), Saurabh Kumar, of the railway engineering department avoided camera interaction, suggesting a lack of accountability. This incident raises concerns about the railway department's negligence and their potential disregard for passenger safety.