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Man Dies After Falling From Train in Gujarat's Panoli

A 32-year-old man died after falling from a train while resisting a mobile snatching attempt in Gujarat's Panoli. The incident was captured on CCTV.

Mumbai Alert · City Desk
Mumbai Alert · City Desk
City Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Mon, 10 August 2026 at 11:57 am
Man Dies After Falling From Train in Gujarat's Panoli

A shocking incident occurred on August 6 at Gujarat's Panoli railway station in Ankleshwar, where a 32-year-old man, Ashok Gurjar, died after falling from a moving train while trying to resist a mobile snatching attempt.

The deceased, originally from Rajasthan, was travelling from Sawai Madhopur to Surat on the Jaipur-Bandra Superfast Express (12980) and worked as an autorickshaw driver to support his family.

As the train was passing Panoli railway station, a man suddenly got up from a bench at the station, ran towards the moving train, and allegedly snatched Ashok's mobile phone before fleeing. The entire incident was captured on a nearby CCTV camera, which shows Ashok seated near the door of a general coach.

The sudden shock caused Ashok to lose his balance, and he fell from the moving train, hanging onto the coach for some time before losing his grip and falling onto the platform. He suffered serious injuries in the fall and was rushed to a hospital for treatment but succumbed to his injuries during treatment.

The Railway Police have launched an investigation into the matter, examining CCTV footage from the railway station and surrounding areas to identify the person allegedly involved and determine the exact circumstances in which the youth fell from the train.

The incident has raised concerns about the safety and security of passengers on trains, particularly in cases of mobile snatching and other crimes. The use of CCTV cameras has helped in capturing the incident, but it also highlights the need for more effective measures to prevent such crimes and ensure the safety of passengers.

The death of Ashok Gurjar is a tragic reminder of the risks and dangers faced by passengers on trains, and it is essential for the authorities to take necessary steps to prevent such incidents in the future.

In conclusion, the incident in Panoli is a shocking reminder of the need for increased safety and security measures on trains, and it is crucial for the authorities to take swift action to prevent such crimes and ensure the safety of passengers.

Frequently asked questions

What happened to the man who fell from the train?

The man, Ashok Gurjar, died after suffering serious injuries from the fall.

Where did the incident occur?

The incident occurred at Gujarat's Panoli railway station in Ankleshwar.

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