Guwahati, Oct 18: A major train-elephant collision was averted as the 15959 Kamrup Express, travelling from Guwahati to Lumding, narrowly avoided a herd of approximately 60 elephants on Wednesday.

According to reports, the incident occurred around 8:37 PM, between Habaipur and Lamsakhang stations, when the train approached kilometre post 166/8 to 167/0.

Due to the alertness of the Loco Pilot and Assistant Loco Pilot, coupled with cutting-edge technology, proved crucial in preventing a potentially devastating accident.

Following safety protocols, the train operators, immediately applied emergency brakes after being alerted by the Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based Intrusion Detection System (IDS), which is deployed along this stretch to monitor wildlife activity near railway tracks.

The IDS is an innovative eco-sustainable technology that utilizes fibre-optic acoustic sensors to detect real-time animal movements, making it a key tool in preventing collisions, especially in areas designated as elephant corridors.

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