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Jun 18, 2025
Madras High Court judges survive potential train derailment
Three sitting and two retired Madras High Court judges had a close call when their train, the Yercaud Express, hit an iron piece placed on the tracks after crossing Sankagiri.
They were heading back to Chennai after offering condolences when the incident happened near Sankagiri.
TL;DR
Loco pilot's quick thinking prevents major accident
Thanks to the loco pilot's fast reaction, a serious accident was avoided and everyone—including Justices N Sathish Kumar, G K Ilanthiraiyan, Krishnan Ramasamy, and retired judges K Kalyanasundaram and M Govindaraj—made it safely to Chennai.
The engine had to be swapped out, causing a three-hour delay, but all passengers reached home safe.
This incident is a real reminder of how crucial railway staff are in keeping journeys safe.