On Monday night, loco pilot P. Tirki from Chakradharpur, while on duty on the Mumbai Mail, crossed a signal at Himgir station in Odisha, which is part of the Bilaspur Division of the Indian Railways. This incident was reported to the Chakradharpur Division from Bilaspur. As a result, both...
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P. Tirki and his assistant, R.K. Nirala, were suspended on Tuesday. The Chakradharpur Divisional Headquarters has ordered an investigation into the cause of the signal violation. Both loco pilots are being questioned after a physical and mental examination. Disciplinary action, as per Railway Board guidelines, may be taken against their Chief Loco Inspector (CLI). Officials have emphasized the need for counseling for CLIs and loco pilots to prevent future signal violations, as they can lead to train accidents. It is important to note that signal violation can lead to dismissal from service. Nine months prior, a similar incident occurred where the engine of the Ahmedabad Express crossed a signal near Panskura station in the Kharagpur Division. This incident resulted in disciplinary action against the loco pilot and orders for regular counseling and investigations in the South Eastern Railway Zone.