Disabled cricketer dies on Chhattisgarh-bound train in UP, Railways orders probe
The call, initially connected to the Bilaspur division, was subsequently forwarded to the Delhi division. However, by the time the information was relayed, the train had already crossed Ballabgarh station."It was conveyed to his fellow passengers that medical facilities would be available at Mathura Junction, as Railway doctors are available at major stations," Srivastava said.She said that no further request had been made by the passengers regarding the urgency of the situation."Had we been told the condition was so serious, we could have thought of alternate arrangements or could have taken civil administration's help," the PRO said.The train made a stop at Ajhai Station, approximately 21 km from Mathura Junction, where a guard gave first aid to the ailing cricketer and informed railway officials.advertisementBy the time the train reached Mathura Junction station, Vikram was dead, and was so declared by the railway doctors.The Railways have ordered an inquiry into the incident, said the PRO.
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