Goods train's engine derails, rail traffic hit

The engine of a goods train derailed near Ambala Cantt railway station today, affecting movement of trains on Delhi-Amritsar section.

The rail traffic was fully restored by 3 p m, said a railway official.

Several trains including Swarn Shatabdi, Shan-e-Punjab and Dadar Express were diverted, said ADRM, Ambala Railway Division, S K Sinha.

Sinha, who visited the scene, said an inquiry had been ordered into the derailment.