India train crash drivers ‘distracted’ by cricket match

Two drivers of a passenger train in India were reportedly distracted by a cricket match on their mobile phones, leading to a deadly train crash. The incident occurred on Wednesday near the city of Kanpur in the northern state of Uttar Pradesh.

The train, carrying over 400 passengers, rammed into a stationary freight train on the same track, resulting in multiple fatalities and injuries. The drivers admitted to authorities that they were watching the cricket match instead of paying attention to their duties.

This tragic event highlights the dangers of distracted driving and the importance of staying focused while operating vehicles, especially in high-risk situations such as driving a train. The authorities have launched an investigation into the incident and the drivers are likely to face severe consequences for their negligence.

It serves as a sobering reminder of the potential consequences of distractions while driving and the need for strict regulations to prevent such incidents in the future.