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Stone-throwing incident damages Vande Bharat Express coach in Gujarat
The Sabarmati-Veraval Vande Bharat Express came under attack in Gujarat's Amreli district on Tuesday, with unidentified individuals hurling stones at the train. A coach window was shattered in the incident, though no passengers were reported injured.
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The high-speed Vande Bharat Express service operating between Sabarmati and Veraval was targeted by stone-throwers while traveling between Lathi and Khijadiya stations in Amreli district. The attack resulted in damage to a coach window, marking an unusual incident involving the country's modern train fleet.
Railway Protection Force (RPF) personnel and local police launched an immediate investigation following the incident. Authorities secured the scene and began gathering evidence to identify those responsible for the attack.
No passengers sustained injuries in the stone-throwing incident, according to initial reports. The train continued its journey after the occurrence, though officials have not disclosed whether operations were disrupted.
Investigations are ongoing to determine the motive behind the attack and to apprehend those involved. The incident raises concerns about security along the route and has prompted heightened vigilance by rail authorities in the region.