Video of ‘Mysterious Man’ Smashing Vande Bharat Train Windows Goes Viral

A video showing a man smashing the windows of a stationary Vande Bharat Express train with a hammer has gone viral on social media, sparking widespread outrage. The clip, shared on X (formerly Twitter) by user GanKanchi, shows the man, dressed in a grey printed shirt and blue pants, repeatedly striking the glass window of the train while someone records the incident from behind, concealing the individual’s face.

The footage, which has garnered over 1.5 lakh views, features the semi-high-speed train with its signature orange and grey livery. Many social media users expressed their anger, demanding strict action against the individual, with some calling for his immediate arrest.

Watch the video that stirred up the controversy here:

வந்தே பாரத் ரயிலை சுத்தியல் மூலம் உடைக்கும் மர்ம நபர்👇🏾👇🏾👇🏾 இது எங்கு நடந்தது என்ன சம்பவம் என்று யாருக்காவது தெரியுமா? pic.twitter.com/uGYdPCsXhc

— Dr Mouth Matters (@GanKanchi) September 10, 2024

Outrage and Confusion

X users expressed mixed reactions to the video, with some condemning the act as vandalism and calling for the arrest of the man involved. One user wrote, “This man should be jailed for 10-15 years for destroying public property,” while another commented, “He should be arrested ASAP.” Many others shared similar sentiments, calling for harsh punishment for damaging a national asset.

However, the incident has also led to confusion regarding the man’s actions. A few users familiar with railway operations clarified that the train was not at a station but at a Coach Care Centre, where maintenance is carried out. One user explained, “The man is a worker tasked with replacing cracked windows, and smashing the glass is part of the process.” This statement has sparked debate, with many users remaining skeptical of the explanation.

Clarification Amid Sabotage Concerns

A user provided further clarification, stating that the man was not committing an act of sabotage but was, in fact, replacing damaged glass windows. The video was reportedly shot at a service center, not a railway platform, and the man seen in the video is a worker assigned to replace the windows as part of regular maintenance.

This is how #VandeBharatTrain glass is replaced, this protocol is followed at maintenance pits as:
• Quick & easy
• Glass glued tightly
• Less TAT for train at pit lines
Meanwhile proper procedure is followed at workshop where train goes for schedule maintenance every 2yrs. https://t.co/UHx2OWcT9C pic.twitter.com/POkBVeevow

— Trains of India (@trainwalebhaiya) September 10, 2024

Despite the clarification, many X users remained unconvinced, continuing to call for legal action. The incident comes at a time when India has witnessed several sabotage attempts on railways, further heightening tensions.

Rise in Train Sabotage Incidents

Recent months have seen a worrying rise in train sabotage incidents across India. In one incident, stones were thrown at a Vande Bharat Express near Phagwara, Punjab, damaging two windows. In a more alarming case, an LPG cylinder was placed on the tracks between Shivrajpur and Bilhaurin in Kanpur, but a major tragedy was averted when the loco pilot managed to stop the train in time. Additional materials, including petrol and matchboxes, were also found at the scene, suggesting a planned attack.

In another incident, two cement blocks were discovered on the Western Dedicated Freight Corridor tracks, suspected to have been placed to derail a goods train. The growing frequency of such acts has raised concerns about the safety of railway infrastructure across the country.

Conclusion

The viral video of the man smashing the windows of the Vande Bharat Express has ignited a heated debate, with social media users calling for both immediate action and clarity regarding the truth behind the video. While some defend the man’s actions as part of a window replacement procedure, the larger context of recent sabotage attempts has left many uneasy. Authorities are yet to confirm the details of the incident.