Jagran correspondent, Patna. A major incident of theft has come to light in 15623 Down Kamakhya Express going from Jodhpur to Kamakhya on Thursday morning. Near Hardas Bigha station of the train, at around 4.30 am, unknown miscreants simultaneously targeted passengers traveling in four different coaches. After stealing the purses and other valuables of the passengers, the miscreants stopped the train by pulling the chain and fled away, causing panic among the passengers.
According to the information, this incident took place in B-1, B-6, A-1 and A-2 coaches of the train. It has been confirmed that the purses and luggage of at least four passengers traveling in these coaches were stolen. Passengers said that most of the people were in deep sleep at the time of the incident, taking advantage of which the thieves got away.
Kamlesh Kumar, who was traveling from Jodhpur to Kamakhya, first reported this incident through Rail Aid. After this the complaint reached RPF (Railway Protection Force).
According to the victim passenger, the stolen purse contained important documents and personal belongings along with cash. As soon as information about the incident was received, RPF came into action and started investigating the matter.
It is being told that the train stops at New Barauni station after Patna, but before that the miscreants had fled after committing the crime.
Passengers alleged that the security arrangements in the train were not adequate and due to lack of monitoring during night time, such incidents are increasing continuously.
RPF said that investigation is being done on the basis of online application. Passengers of the concerned coaches are being interrogated and CCTV footage of nearby railway stations is also being scrutinised.
Also, the search for the suspects has been intensified based on the location of the chain pulling.
There is an atmosphere of panic among the passengers after this incident. Passengers have demanded the railway administration to increase security in trains at night, intensify patrolling and keep an eye on suspicious activities. The continuous incidents of theft have once again raised questions regarding the safety of railway passengers.