On October 13th, an LPG cylinder was found on the railway line near the Dhundhera area in Roorkee, Uttarakhand. This incident follows similar occurrences in September, where LPG cylinders were found on railway lines in Shibrajpura and Kanpur. The discovery prompted immediate investigation by railway officials and the Railway Protection Force...
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(RPF). The cylinder, though empty, raised security concerns as the area is close to an army cantonment. The incident also coincides with a recent threat letter received by the station master of Roorkee station, prompting speculation about a possible conspiracy. While the cylinder was found on the UP line, it was initially spotted by a freight train driver on an adjacent line. Prompt action by the driver in reporting the incident prevented a potential disaster. This incident highlights the importance of vigilance and swift action in maintaining railway safety.