Capital Express Averts Disaster: Drivers Save Elephants & Passengers in Jalpaiguri

• The 13248 Up Capital Express faced a major danger on the North Bengal railway route.
• Loco Pilot Sanjit Sarkar and Assistant Loco Pilot Alok Kumar Singh spotted a herd of 8-10 elephants between Chalsa and Nagrakata stations.
• The drivers promptly controlled the train's speed and stopped it, allowing the elephants to cross safely.
• No passengers were injured, and a potential major accident was averted due to their quick decision.
• The incident highlights the drivers' vigilance and Northeast Frontier Railway's commitment to wildlife conservation.

Why It Matters: Prompt action by Capital Express drivers averted a major accident, saving both passengers and elephants.