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Railway constable rescues passenger from gap between train and tracks in Gujarat
✍️ The Indian Express
🗓 03 Oct 2026, 09:01 PM
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A railway constable in Gujarat prevented a passenger from falling into the gap between a moving train and the tracks, pulling the commuter to safety.
A railway constable on duty in Gujarat intervened when a passenger slipped into the narrow space between a moving train and the tracks. The constable acted swiftly, grasping the commuter and pulling him back onto the platform before the train could pass.
Witnesses reported that the passenger lost balance while boarding and fell into the dangerous gap. The constable’s quick response averted a potentially fatal accident, and the passenger was examined by on‑site medical staff and found to be unharmed.
Railway officials praised the constable’s vigilance and highlighted the importance of passenger safety measures at stations. The incident underscores the role of railway staff in preventing accidents during peak travel periods.
Witnesses reported that the passenger lost balance while boarding and fell into the dangerous gap. The constable’s quick response averted a potentially fatal accident, and the passenger was examined by on‑site medical staff and found to be unharmed.
Railway officials praised the constable’s vigilance and highlighted the importance of passenger safety measures at stations. The incident underscores the role of railway staff in preventing accidents during peak travel periods.