Railway gateman killed by train at Girdhar crossing in Uttarakhand

A railway gateman was hit by an oncoming train at the Girdhar level crossing in Uttarakhand, resulting in his death, police officials confirmed. The incident occurred at a crossing that is used by both rail and road traffic, where the gateman was performing his duties when the train passed through.
Police arrived at the scene shortly after the collision and declared the gateman dead on arrival. Emergency services were called, but the impact was severe enough that the victim could not be revived.
Authorities have launched an investigation to determine the exact circumstances leading to the tragedy, including whether safety protocols at the crossing were followed. The incident adds to ongoing concerns about the safety of level crossings across the state, prompting calls for stricter enforcement and possible upgrades to automated barriers.