This Article is From Sep 01, 2021

15 Trains Affected On Delhi-Agra Route After Portion Of Track Caves In

Delhi To Agra Trains Affected: A culvert was washed away due to the heavy rains in the district that caused the formation of a 20-feet-deep pit, due to which trains had to be stopped.

15 Trains Affected On Delhi-Agra Route After Portion Of Track Caves In

Restoration of the rail track began as soon as authorities were alerted. (Representational)

Mathura, Uttar Pradesh:

A total of 15 trains were affected on Tuesday due to disruptions in the Delhi-Agra railway route after a portion of the track caved in.

A culvert was washed away due to the heavy rains in the district that caused the formation of a 20-feet-deep pit, due to which trains had to be stopped.

After officials informed the authorities concerned at 4:45 PM about the collapse of the culvert, attempts to restore the tracks were started.

The down line was cleared after an hour. The up line opened for traffic around 9:15 PM, a railway official said.

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