Bomb-like objects seen on tracks, train movement hit

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Press Trust of India Suri (WB)
Last Updated : Nov 23 2013 | 12:01 AM IST
Two bomb-like objects were spotted on tracks under Sainthia-Rampurhat route in Eastern Railway tonight, after which movement of trains was disrupted.
Top railway police sources said the objects, fitted with wires, were seen lying at a spot, three km from Suri station, by a train motorman at around 8:15 pm.
The area was soon cordoned off and the approaching Howrah-Rampurhat Mayurakshi Fast Passenger, besides local trains on Saithia-Andal route were stranded at various stations.
The bomb squad personnel went to the spot from Suri to examine the objects.
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First Published: Nov 23 2013 | 12:01 AM IST

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