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Tiger Struck and Killed by Palaruvi Express on Kollam-Shenkottai Line
✍️ Onmanorama
🗓 05 Nov 2026, 11:47 AM
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A tiger was killed after being struck by the Palaruvi Express on the Kollam-Shenkottai railway section in Kerala.
A tiger met its end after being hit by the Palaruvi Express on the railway line connecting Kollam and Shenkottai in Kerala. The incident occurred as the train was traversing the specific section of the track, resulting in the immediate death of the animal.
The Palaruvi Express is a regular service running through the region, and the collision highlights the ongoing challenges of wildlife safety in areas where railway lines intersect with natural habitats. No human casualties were reported in the incident, and the train service proceeded after the necessary checks.
This event underscores the critical need for enhanced safety measures and wildlife corridors to prevent such tragic collisions between trains and large animals in the state.
The Palaruvi Express is a regular service running through the region, and the collision highlights the ongoing challenges of wildlife safety in areas where railway lines intersect with natural habitats. No human casualties were reported in the incident, and the train service proceeded after the necessary checks.
This event underscores the critical need for enhanced safety measures and wildlife corridors to prevent such tragic collisions between trains and large animals in the state.