Early Monday morning, a technical snag in a goods train transporting coal from Mangaluru to Madgaon caused disruptions at the Hadavinakone railway gate. The issue, which occurred between two bogies of the train, led to a halt near the railway gate, affecting road traffic for over half an hour.
Railway officials clarified that the snag was located at the bottom of one of the bogies, necessitating immediate attention to resolve the problem. Fortunately, no passenger trains were scheduled during this period, minimizing the impact on rail traffic.
The delay prompted traffic congestion as vehicles queued up along the affected roadways near the railway crossing. Local authorities and railway personnel worked swiftly to address the technical issue and restore normal operations. Measures were taken to ensure the safety of commuters and facilitate the smooth flow of traffic once the goods train was able to resume its journey.
Such incidents highlight the interdependency between railway and road transport networks, emphasizing the need for efficient coordination and prompt resolution of technical challenges to minimize disruptions.
