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Railway Minister attributes Andhra train accident to cricket match distraction

In a shocking revelation, Ashwini Vaishnaw, the Railway Minister has declared that the tragic train accident that transpired in Andhra Pradesh last October was a result of the loco pilot and co-pilot being distracted by a cricket match. The accident, which claimed several lives and left many injured, had puzzled investigators for months until this recent disclosure shed light on the underlying cause.

The accident, which occurred in October last year, sent shockwaves throughout the nation. The Rayagada Passenger train had collided with the Visakhapatnam Palasa train. For weeks, investigators meticulously sifted through evidence, trying to ascertain the exact cause of the accident. Speculations ranged from mechanical failure to human error, leaving the public clamouring for answers and accountability.

“The recent case in Andhra Pradesh happened because both the loco pilot and co-pilot were distracted by the cricket match which was going on,” Vaishnaw said while speaking to the Press Trust of India.

The Railway Minister has announced plans to implement advanced systems designed to detect and prevent such lapses and mistakes in the future. These systems will be instrumental in ensuring that railway personnel carry out their duties with precision and diligence. “Now we are installing systems that can detect any such distraction and make sure that the pilots and the assistant pilots are fully focused on running the train,”, he added.

A fresh outburst from the public!

The Minister’s revelation has sparked widespread outrage and condemnation from the public and various stakeholders. Families of the victims, already reeling from the loss, are now grappling with the harsh reality that their loved ones’ lives were lost due to negligence and irresponsibility.

Furthermore, questions have been raised regarding the adequacy of safety protocols and supervision within the railway system. Calls for stringent measures to prevent such incidents from recurring are echoing across the country. In the wake of this revelation, the Railway Ministry has vowed to undertake thorough reforms and stringent measures to ensure the safety and integrity of the railway system. Additionally, disciplinary actions are being contemplated against those found culpable for the accident.