News Desk, Assam Barta, October 23: A severe incident occurred overnight on the railway track between Kokrajhar and Salakati railway stations. A powerful Improvised Explosive Device (IED) exploded approximately 5 kilometers east of Kokrajhar Railway Station, completely destroying a section of the track.
The intensity of the blast was such that the railway line was severed, bringing all rail services between Northeast India and the mainland to a complete halt. Following this incident, the rail connectivity system has been severely disrupted.
As a consequence, several trains are stranded at various stations, causing significant inconvenience to passengers. Railway authorities have stated that emergency repair work on the damaged track has begun on a war footing. A special team has already been formed to investigate the incident.
Preliminary information does not rule out the possible involvement of a terrorist organization. An investigative team, along with local police and the Railway Protection Force, is present at the site, continuing the inquiry.
The incident has created intense panic in the area. Local residents have demanded strict security measures to prevent the recurrence of such events. Railway authorities have assured that all necessary steps are being taken to ensure passenger safety and restore normal rail services at the earliest. The outcome of the investigation and further details are awaited, with public attention focused on the railway and police departments.
