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Heavy Rain Causes Soil Erosion Under Train Tracks in West Bengal

Continuous heavy rain softened the soil beneath the railway tracks in the Howrah‑Malda area of West Bengal.

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Soil erosion under tracks occurred around 2 am between Tilpara and New Farakka.

The problem delayed several long‑distance trains such as the Jogbani Express and Darjeeling Mail.

North‑bound trains were rerouted; south‑bound trains continued normally.

Maintenance teams worked on a war footing to restore the line.

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The softened soil eroded, creating a gap that made train travel unsafe.

Railway officials diverted north‑bound trains to a bypass line while engineers repaired the damaged section.

The quick repair work allowed most trains to resume normal schedules later in the day.

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8 words

erosion

the process of soil being worn away by water

soil

the layer of earth where plants grow and tracks sit

track

the metal rails that guide a train's wheels

bypass

an alternate route used when the main route is blocked

war footing

working very quickly and with high priority

maintenance

the work done to keep something in good condition

official

a person who works for the government or an organization

engineer

a professional who designs and fixes structures like bridges and tracks

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