Delays of several hours: Passenger trains using slower freight locos amid shortage

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Indian Railways records contain several instances in which a lack of locomotives designed for passenger services led to trains being hauled by freight engines, which operate at lower speeds.

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  • Indian Railways records contain several instances in which a lack of locomotives designed for passenger services led to trains being hauled by freight engines, which operate at lower speeds.
  • Reported by Times of India and published Fri, 09 Oct 2026 07:33:44 UTC.

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