On Saturday, the platform for the Mauryadhwaj Express at Gorakhpur Junction was changed at the last minute, just five minutes before the train's scheduled arrival. This caused panic among passengers, who had gathered at platform number 7 as announced, only to be informed that the train would arrive at platform number...
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6 instead. The sudden change led to overcrowding on the bridges, with passengers rushing to the new platform, especially causing difficulty for children, women and elderly passengers. The railway management explained that a train already parked on platform 7 had engine pressure issues, delaying its removal, and as a result, the Mauryadhwaj Express had to be shifted. This incident highlights the potential for accidents and inconvenience caused by such sudden changes in platform allocation, especially when done with minimal notice.