Brake failure suspected in Kolkata-Sairang Express derailment in Assam

A preliminary probe into the November 11 derailment of the Kolkata-Sairang Express at Digaru station in Assam has pointed to a possible malfunction in the train’s main braking system. Investigators found a key braking component in an isolated condition, raising questions about safety checks carried out after repairs at Panbari station. The exact cause remains under investigation. Comments have to be in English, and in full sentences.

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