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Three killed at Murshidabad crossing, gateman arrested
Telegraph India··17 Jul
On July 17 in Murshidabad, three people died including two students and a cyclist at Karna Subarna level crossing around 7 am. Suvendu Adhikari promised strictest action. Gateman was arrested and a permanent way inspector suspended. Railways announced Rs 10 lakh ex gratia for deceased and Rs 2.5 lakh for injured. Five people were injured including the driver.
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What It Means For You
- Three people died at a Murshidabad level crossing on July 17.
- Railways announced Rs 10 lakh ex gratia for deceased victims.
- Gateman arrest raises questions about crossing safety enforcement.
What's Happening
- Two students and a cyclist died at Karna Subarna around 7 am.
- A gateman was arrested and a permanent way inspector suspended.
- Five people were injured including the train driver.
Crossing Safety Context
- Suvendu Adhikari promised strictest possible action after the crash.
- Ex gratia for injured victims is set at Rs 2.5 lakh.
- The incident occurred in Murshidabad district of West Bengal.
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