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Kolkata Metro passenger dies after running train drags him with hand stuck in doors

| @indiablooms | Jul 13, 2019, at 08:24 pm

Kolkata, July 13 (IBNS): In another shocking incident at Kolkata Metro, a 40-year old passenger died by falling on the track after a running train dragged him with his hand stuck in the doors.

The incident occurred between Park Street and Maidan metro stations at 6:42 pm.

The train started running dragging the passenger even after his hand was stuck in the doors. 

The deceased has been identified as Sajal Kanjilal, a resident of Kasba Post Office, local media reported. 

Furious metro co-passengers vented their anger against the security men and raised question upon their securities.

Kolkata Mayor Firhad Hakim, who had rushed to the spot immediately, said: "We will probe the entire incident. Actions will be taken if anyone is found guilty."

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