Railway operations in Lower Assam and North Bengal were temporarily disrupted on Thursday after an improvised explosive device (IED) detonated near Kokrajhar.
Details of the Incident
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The blast occurred about five kilometres from Kokrajhar railway station on the route towards Salakati after midnight.
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Officials reported that nearly three feet of the railway track were destroyed, with fragments scattered several metres away.
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Kokrajhar Senior Superintendent of Police Pushpraj Singh confirmed no casualties or derailments occurred.
Impact on Train Services
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Train operations were suspended overnight, affecting multiple Up and Down trains in the region until around 8 am.
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The damaged track was promptly repaired, and services resumed after inspections by railway and security personnel.
Security and Investigation
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Authorities have intensified security measures along the affected route.
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Investigations are underway to identify and apprehend the perpetrators responsible for the blast.
The incident highlights ongoing concerns about railway security in Assam and the importance of prompt response mechanisms to minimize disruption.
