A serious incident occurred near the new platform of Rajnandgaon railway station where a signal core cable was damaged. The damage happened due to unauthorized digging by a private company. This led to a disruption in train operations for over two hours.
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What happened and who was involved?
Power Mech Infra Limited was carrying out digging work using an HDD machine on railway land without any official permission. On June 28, 2026, the machine accidentally cut the signal core cable. The Railway Protection Force (RPF) of the Nagpur Division, South East Central Railway, took strict action on June 30, 2026. They seized the HDD machine and arrested the driver, Sanjay Ram, under the Railway Act.
How was the train operation affected?
The cable damage caused a significant halt in the movement of trains. The details of the impact are as follows:
| Impact Area | Details |
|---|---|
| Duration of Delay | 2 hours 18 minutes |
| Reason | Damage to signal core cable |
| Action Taken | Cable repaired and shifted to another panel |
| Outcome | Train operations restored to normal |
What is the official stand on this incident?
The action was carried out under the directions of Chetan Diliprao Jichkar, Divisional Security Commissioner. RPF Inspector Taruna Sahu and her team conducted the on-site investigation. Senior Section Engineer (Signal) guided the repair work. The RPF stated that strict legal action will continue against anyone who damages railway property or obstructs train operations without permission.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How long was the train operation affected in Rajnandgaon?
The train operations were disrupted for approximately 2 hours and 18 minutes due to the damaged signal core cable.
Which company was responsible for the unauthorized digging?
Power Mech Infra Limited was conducting the digging work using an HDD machine without railway permission.