Stone-Pelting on Varanasi-Lucknow Intercity Injures Manager
The Varanasi-Lucknow Intercity Express (Train No. 24203) was the target of a violent stone-pelting incident on the night of October 20, 2026. The attack, which took place near the outer signal of the Amethi railway station, resulted in injuries to a railway official and damage to the train's property.
A Targeted Attack on Railway Staff
During the transit, an unidentified individual hurled a stone that shattered the window glass of the train manager's lobby. The projectile struck the train manager, Harikesh Kumar, on the back of his head, causing physical injury.
Mr. Kumar, a resident of the Shivpur area in Varanasi and a train manager serving in the Lucknow division of Northern Railway, has raised serious concerns regarding the incident. In his formal complaint, he stated that the act appeared to be a deliberate attempt to damage railway property and posed a significant danger to the lives of the passengers on board.
Train Delays and Medical Response
The sudden attack forced the train to come to a halt at Amethi station. The Varanasi-Lucknow Intercity Express arrived at the station at 8:53 PM and faced a delay of approximately 21 minutes before eventually departing for Lucknow at 9:14 PM.
Following the incident, the injured manager was immediately sent to the Amethi Community Health Center to receive medical attention for his injuries.
Police Investigation and Legal Action
In the aftermath of the attack, Harikesh Kumar visited the Raebareli GRP police station to file a formal complaint. In a crucial piece of evidence, he submitted the actual stone that caused his injury to the authorities, requesting the registration of a Zero FIR.
Amethi GRP officials have confirmed that they have conducted an inspection of the scene. The GRP Station Officer noted that a report has been filed and a full investigation is underway to uncover the facts and determine the necessary legal actions against the perpetrators.