In Palakkad Railway Division,79 accidents happened at level crossings during financial years 2025 and 2026. 55 of those were in 2025 alone. Most involved drivers ignoring signals or trying to cross closed gates — serious safety issues.
Motor Vehicles Department (MVD) responded by suspending six motorists' licenses for three months. Violations recorded March to June 2026. Drivers crossed closed railway gates,blatantly ignoring safety rules .
Railway authorities started criminal cases against those involved in these accidents. In 2025-26, fines totaling ₹17.27 lakh collected from those damaging railway property after hitting gates. Authorities stressed level crossings are critical areas. Violations could lead to fatalities,disrupt train services,cause major damage to infrastructure.
As accidents rise,railway division urges strict adherence to safety norms at crossings . Negligence can have severe impacts,not just on drivers but on entire railway system and public safety . Will the message get through…?
