Train services affected after man climbs overhead pole at Kalyan railway station

A person climbed an overhead equipment (OHE) pole at Kalyan station. Pic/Special Arrangement

Train services were disrupted after a person climbed an overhead equipment (OHE) pole at Kalyan railway station in Maharashtra on Sunday afternoon, officials said.

They said that the pole supplies power to platforms 1, 1A and 2.

As a safety measure, the power supply on the down local line between Thakurli and Ambivli was switched off.

This led to disruption of train services on the route.

Trains delayed

At least two mail/express trains and three local trains were detained due to the incident, railway officials said.

Passengers faced delays as authorities worked to manage the situation.

Railway and emergency teams were at the spot, making efforts to safely bring the person down from the pole.

Further details are awaited.