Cattle On Tracks Remain A Bigger Problem – Shatabdi engine trying to avoid hitting cattle on track hit emergency brakes, wheels skidded on wet rails, suffered heavy damage

On 11 October 2026, a Shatabdi train in India applied its emergency brakes after spotting cattle on the tracks. The sudden stop caused the wheels to skid on wet rails, resulting in significant damage to the locomotive. This incident highlights ongoing issues with livestock on railway lines.