Auraiya Railway Crossing Malfunction: 1-Hour Traffic Chaos
Commuters faced significant delays on Saturday afternoon after an Auraiya railway crossing malfunction caused a one-hour closure on a vital route. The incident occurred at the 13-B railway crossing located on the busy Delhi-Howrah rail line.
Mechanical Failure Disrupts Delhi-Howrah Line
The disruption began at approximately 1:00 PM on October 3, 2026. According to reports, the gatekeeper attempted to operate the crossing as part of routine procedures, but a sudden mechanical issue prevented the gate from functioning. This technical failure left the crossing stuck, halting the movement of vehicles.
Traffic Congestion and Rapid Response
The malfunction led to immediate and heavy traffic congestion on both sides of the crossing, causing significant inconvenience to local travelers and commuters. Upon realizing the gate would not operate, the gatekeeper promptly reported the mechanical fault to the local Station Master.
Railway authorities responded quickly by dispatching a team of workers to the site to address the issue. Following approximately one hour of repair efforts, the technical fault was successfully rectified. The crossing was subsequently reopened, allowing traffic to resume its normal flow.