Cuddalore Tragedy: Open Gate or Official Negligence?
Three students lost their lives in a tragic train-van collision at a railway crossing near Cuddalore on July 8, 2025. The incident has sparked outrage and conflicting accounts.
Railway officials claim the gate was closed at the time of the accident. However, the van driver and a surviving, injured student contradict this, stating the gate was open.
This discrepancy has led to the suspension and arrest of the gatekeeper, accused of violating safety protocols. Investigations are underway to ascertain the truth.
The tragedy highlights the long-standing delay in the construction of an underpass at the crossing. Local permission hurdles are cited as the reason for the continued delay.
This incident underscores the urgent need for improved safety measures at railway crossings across the nation, particularly where underpass projects remain stalled due to bureaucratic bottlenecks. The loss of young lives serves as a stark reminder of the devastating consequences of negligence and inaction.
