A social media reel has turned into a bigger conversation about railway safety. A video allegedly showing two people inside the loco pilot’s cabin of a Vande Bharat train has been widely shared online, with many users asking how anyone outside the railway system could enter a part of the train that is generally considered a restricted area.The discussion quickly moved beyond the reel itself. As reactions poured in, several users demanded an inquiry into the incident. The matter also reached Railway Seva, the official grievance redressal handle of Indian Railways, which responded by seeking details before taking the matter further.
What the viral post claims
The video was shared on X by Prem Bhardwaj, who identified the woman as Sarita Yadav. He alleged that she, along with her family, entered the loco pilot’s cabin of a Vande Bharat train to film a social media reel.According to his post, the video shows the woman and a man taking turns sitting on the loco pilot’s chair. However, the authenticity of these claims has not been independently verified.
Appeal for action
Along with the video, Prem Bhardwaj urged railway authorities to investigate the matter and take action against those responsible.“These days, the wives of government employees have been bitten by such a craze for making reels that they’re not thinking about anything before or after,” he wrote.He further alleged that the family had entered the engine cabin of a Vande Bharat train and said such actions could put the lives of hundreds of passengers at risk.
Railway Seva responds
The post also drew a response from Railway Seva, the official grievance redressal handle of Indian Railways.“Please share complete details related to the incident, such as train number, mobile number, and date and time,” the account wrote, indicating that officials were seeking additional information before initiating any inquiry.
Instagram profile unavailable
Meanwhile, users noticed that the Instagram account identified as belonging to Sarita Yadav is no longer accessible. The profile currently displays a message saying that the page does not exist.It remains unclear whether the account was deleted, deactivated, or removed.As the video continues to circulate on social media, many users are urging the Railways to investigate the circumstances under which the footage was allegedly recorded and determine whether any safety or operational rules were breached.Disclaimer: This article is based on claims made in viral social media posts. The Times of India has not independently verified the authenticity of the video or the allegations mentioned.Thumb image: X
