BENGALURU, India — Bengaluru, known for its notorious traffic jams, has witnessed an unusual scene: a train caught in a gridlock, unable to move due to heavy congestion. The incident, captured on video near the Munnekollal railway crossing in Marathahalli, has gone viral, with over 1.5 million views and numerous comments on social media.

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Train Stuck in Traffic Jam: The viral video shows a train halted at a railway crossing, unable to cross due to the long line of vehicles jammed on the road.

Location of Incident: The incident occurred at the Munnekollal railway crossing, where traffic congestion has become a common sight, now even affecting rail transport.

Public Reaction: Many social media users commented humorously about the situation, with one asking if the station master knew why the train was delayed, while others suggested that this time the train should wait for them to cross.

Highlighting Traffic Issues: The incident underscores the ongoing struggles of Bengaluru commuters who regularly spend hours stuck in traffic, now compounded by the rare occurrence of a train also being trapped.

Ongoing Traffic Challenges: This episode is a reminder of the city’s chronic traffic problems, prompting calls for better traffic management and infrastructure improvements to alleviate congestion for all modes of transport.