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Jun 28, 2025
YouTuber alleges drugging, robbery on Guwahati train
YouTuber Kanika Devrani shared on Instagram that she and others were allegedly drugged and robbed while traveling on the Brahmaputra Mail near New Jalpaiguri.
She said an un-ticketed person entered her 2AC compartment, after which she blacked out and later found her phone missing.
A fellow passenger reported a similar theft.
TL;DR
Incident has people online calling for stricter train security
Devrani mentioned that police were slow to help at first, but authorities say they're now fully investigating and tracking her stolen phone.
The incident has got people online calling for stricter train security, especially better checks in reserved coaches and more protection for solo travelers—many feel it's time Indian Railways stepped up its safety game.