The mighty veteran Purulia Express serving for decades, daily commuters' lifeline and witness to a Rising Bengal! - Soumyadip Mahato

Residents of 40 villages near Chiphwad in Valsad, Gujarat, are frustrated with the lack of a covering slab over the railway underpass, causing issues for vehicles and pedestrians. For years, the open track has been a source of concern as it poses a health risk due to potential sewage leakage from...
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passing trains. This problem has exacerbated during the monsoon season, leading to waterlogging in the underpass. The lack of the covering slab also forces vehicles and pedestrians to halt until the train passes, resulting in traffic jams and delays. The situation is particularly challenging for funeral processions that have to stop at the underpass while waiting for trains to pass. Locals, including former council member Sanjay Chauhan, have made repeated requests to the railway authorities to address the issue and build a covering slab. However, their appeals have fallen on deaf ears. The matter has now been raised with the newly elected MP, hoping for a positive response and resolution.