Bengaluru
A remarkable incident unfolded in Yelahanka that captured the attention of the public as a woman displayed incredible courage to save her life while attempting to cross railway tracks near Rajanukunte. The incident was caught on video and quickly went viral, showcasing the woman’s quick thinking in the face of danger. The area near Rajanukunte, including Parvathi Pura Addiganahalli, Tarahunse, and several neighboring villages, relies on crossing these tracks to access the Rajanukunte train for labor purposes. This crossing point is particularly busy, with 2-3 goods wagons trains passing through regularly. The video depicts a woman from Addiganahalli who was en route to her daily work when the situation unfolded. As she was crossing, a train began to move beneath her, and another goods carriage initiated its motion as well. In a split-second decision, the woman lay down in the middle of the track to evade the imminent danger. The approaching bogies passed over her, and after the train cleared, she emerged unharmed. The video of this harrowing experience was recorded and shared online, swiftly becoming viral. The incident sheds light on the challenges faced by the local population, as incidents of accidents at this crossing have occurred in the past. An accident resulting in a person breaking their leg while disembarking from a train happened six months ago, and a fatal collision occurred two years ago. With thousands of people traversing this area daily, residents like Muniraju have been advocating for a resolution to this situation. They are urging the government to consider constructing an underbridge, aiming to alleviate the risks and inconveniences associated with this precarious crossing point. The incident serves as a poignant reminder of the pressing need for improved safety measures and infrastructure in such areas.
