Engine and Brake Failures Strand Vande Bharat Express
Passengers traveling on the Vande Bharat Express between Ranchi and Varanasi experienced a harrowing ordeal when the high-speed train broke down due to unexpected technical complications. The premium train suffered dual failures in its engine and brake systems shortly after departing from DDU station.
The malfunction began manifesting a short distance into the journey, forcing the driver to bring the train to an emergency halt. The stoppage occurred in an isolated stretch between the Shivsagar and Kumhau railway stations, leaving hundreds of commuters anxious and stranded in a remote location.
Technical Rescue and Extended Delays
Repeated attempts by the onboard staff to restart the train and release the brakes failed, as the system locked up each time they tried to move forward. Consequently, the train remained immobilized at the spot for more than four and a half hours.
According to reports obtained by TrendKia, assistance was summoned from Sasaram station, from where a specialized technical team was dispatched to the site. After intensive troubleshooting, the team managed to temporarily resolve the issue and safely navigate the train to Sasaram station.
Passengers Describe Difficult Conditions
The unexpected delay caused substantial distress among those on board. A passenger named Saurabh Kumar shared his frustrating experience, noting that being stranded in a deserted area for five hours was extremely challenging. He mentioned that food and water supplies on the train quickly ran out, toilets became dirty, and there was a complete lack of assistance or updates during the ordeal.
The train, which was originally scheduled to arrive at Sasaram station at 5:40 PM, finally rolled in at 10:54 PM, representing a delay of over five hours. The RPF later confirmed that the technical faults were successfully rectified, allowing the train to resume its onward journey. Travelers on this route are advised to remain alert and verify official schedules before heading to the stations.
