ER ensures smooth passage for passengers at Kumbh bound trains
Kumbh Mela, one of the largest religious gatherings in the world, attracts millions of pilgrims from across the country.
Train services in Ballygunge – Park Circus – Sir Gurudas Banerjee Halt – Kankurgachi Chord line had to be regulated after a fire broke out near Park Circus station today. The fire incident occurred around 3.30 p.m. at a rubber factory in a civil area beside the UP Chord line of the section.
Overhead power supply in the Chord line at Park Circus was disconnected at 3.44 p.m. as a safety measure and 14 fire tenders were pressed into action to douse the flames. According to the Eastern Railway, Canning – Barasat local (33061 UP) which was scheduled to run via Ballygunge – Sir Gurudas Banerjee Halt – Kankurgachhi route was controlled at Ballygunge Junction while services in Sealdah South section continued normally. As learnt, normal services in the affected section resumed at 5.55 p.m.
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