Rajasthan Railway Track Blast Near Pakistan Border, ATS Launches Probe, Trains Cancelled

A blast damaged a railway track in Rajasthan’s Sri Ganganagar district, near the India-Pakistan border, on Tuesday night, November 3. The explosion took place near 50 GB village on the Anupgarh-Suratgarh railway route. Following the incident, railway services on the route were stopped as a safety measure. The Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS), Crime Investigation Department (CID) and other security agencies have reportedly started an investigation to find out the cause of the blast and identify those responsible.

Blast Damages Railway Track, Train Narrowly Escapes

A passenger train travelling from Anupgarh to Suratgarh had passed through the area around 45 minutes before the blast.  The explosion took place at around 9.45 pm. Fortunately, no train was present at the spot when the explosion happened, preventing a possible major accident as per reports. The blast was reportedly so powerful that its sound could be heard around 200 metres away.

The explosion damaged two concrete sleepers supporting the railway track. It also damaged parts connecting the railway track and created a nearly two-foot-deep hole below the tracks. After hearing the loud sound, some local residents reached the area and informed the police. Railway officials and police teams later arrived at the spot to inspect the damage.

ATS, CID and Security Agencies Begin Investigation

After receiving information about the incident, several security agencies, including the ATS, CID, Intelligence Bureau (IB), dog squad and bomb disposal team, reached the location. The area was secured to protect evidence and allow investigators to examine the site. Forensic experts have also been called to collect samples and identify the material used in the explosion.

Meanwhile, railway authorities cancelled train services on the Anupgarh-Suratgarh route as a precautionary measure. The decision was taken to ensure passenger safety and allow officials to inspect the damaged railway track. Railway teams are also checking the condition of the tracks and nearby structures before allowing train services to resume.

The exact reason behind the explosion is still unknown, and no official conclusion has been reached about who was responsible. Investigating agencies are examining all possible angles, including whether the railway track was deliberately targeted. Further details are expected after the forensic examination and investigation are completed.