Freight Train Travels 70 Kms without driver in India
A freight train in India caused significant alarm after it traveled approximately 70 kilometers (43 miles) without a driver on board. However, the incident occurred in Indian lines and thankfully, no injuries were reported.
A freight train in India went on a surprising journey of over 70 kilometers without a driver. The incident happened when the train was parked on a slope in Kathua, Jammu, and Kashmir, and started moving after the driver got off. It traveled to Hoshiarpur district in Punjab before it was brought to a stop.
The train, loaded with gravel, was traveling from the state of Jammu and Kashmir to Punjab. A scheduled crew change at the Kathua railway station left the train momentarily unattended. Moreover, it is believed that during this time, the train's brakes were not p...