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Crime
Stones Thrown at Vande Bharat Express Near Surat; Suspect Arrested
✍️ Latestly
🗓 27 Aug 2026, 01:18 PM
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Passengers of the Mumbai‑Ahmedabad Vande Bharat Express were attacked by stone‑throwers near Surat on Wednesday. Police have detained a suspect and are investigating the incident.
On Wednesday, stone‑throwers pelted the Mumbai‑Ahmedabad Vande Bharat Express (train number 22961) while it was passing near Surat in Gujarat. The attack occurred as the train was moving at high speed, but no injuries were reported.
Police responded quickly and detained a suspect at the scene. Investigators are examining CCTV footage from the train and surrounding areas to identify the assailants.
The train was carrying Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel, who was in a different coach during the incident. Authorities confirmed that she was unharmed and continued her journey.
The incident has raised concerns about security protocols on high‑speed trains, and railway officials have pledged to review safety measures.
No further details about the motive or additional attackers have been released at this time.
Police responded quickly and detained a suspect at the scene. Investigators are examining CCTV footage from the train and surrounding areas to identify the assailants.
The train was carrying Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel, who was in a different coach during the incident. Authorities confirmed that she was unharmed and continued her journey.
The incident has raised concerns about security protocols on high‑speed trains, and railway officials have pledged to review safety measures.
No further details about the motive or additional attackers have been released at this time.