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Overhead power cables snap near Arakkonam, train services disrupted

Railway authorities rushed to the spot to carry out repair work and restore normalcy.

Online Desk

CHENNAI: Panic spread near Arakkonam railway station after overhead electric cables snapped and fell onto the tracks, disrupting train operations on Tuesday.

According to a report from Thanthi TV, several trains heading to Chennai via Arakkonam were halted at different locations, leaving passengers stranded and causing delays.

Railway authorities rushed to the spot to carry out repair work and restore normalcy.

Further details awaited.

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