By News18,Parishmita Saikia
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The Indian Railways is seen as the lifeline of the nation, connecting millions of people across vast distances every day. Whether it’s for transporting goods or undertaking long journeys, trains offer a cost-effective, safe, and convenient mode of travel. Of course, like any system, it does have the occasional hiccup or unusual incident, some of which go viral on social media and leave people stunned.
One such incident, currently making the rounds on Facebook, has caught the attention of many. In this case, a train bathroom remained locked from the inside for nearly six hours. TTEs (Travelling Ticket Examiners) and railway officials were seen knocking frantically on the door, trying to get a response. When none came, they even attempted to force the door open. What happened next shocked everyone present.
No Sound, No Movement – Growing Concern
In the viral video, several passengers and officials can be seen visibly anxious, standing outside the locked toilet, knocking repeatedly. With no sound or movement coming from inside, concerns quickly escalated. Was someone unconscious? Had a tragedy occurred? People even began to fear that someone may have died inside.
As the situation grew more serious, railway staff attempted to break open the door. After considerable effort, the door was finally forced open; and to everyone’s shock, a man stumbled out, clearly intoxicated.
Drunk Man Found Inside
Passengers and officials alike were stunned. The man had been locked inside the bathroom for six hours, and when questioned about what he had been doing for so long, he appeared too inebriated to respond clearly.
It was unclear whether he had entered the bathroom deliberately to avoid inspection or had simply passed out due to intoxication.
Mixed Reactions On Social Media
The video has sparked a wave of reactions and humorous comments on Facebook. Some users joked, saying, “We thought it would be something serious, but it turned out to be a case of much ado about nothing.” Another wrote, “We expected two people inside, but only one came out!”
One user quipped, “Perhaps he was hiding there because he didn’t have a ticket.”
While the incident was unusual, it does raise concerns about passenger safety and misuse of facilities. Fortunately, no one was harmed, but such situations highlight the need for regular checks and swift responses during train journeys.
