Mumbai: A motorman of Western Railway (WR) died after being knocked down by a long distance train at Virar station, officials said on Sunday.Motorman Dilip Kumar Sahu was performing shunting duty at Virar yard on Saturday evening when the incident occurred, an official said. “He was involved in pulling a suburban rake to platform number 4A at Virar. While crossing the tracks during the shunting activity, Sahu was hit by an Amritsar Express at around 8 pm. The loco pilot and train manager of the long-distance train reported the incident to the Virar station master, following which necessary procedures were initiated,” the official said. Sahu’s last rites were held on Sunday afternoon. A WR spokesperson said funeral assistance, ex-gratia and settlement benefits have been given to Sahu’s family. In addition, a compassionate appointment will be offered to one eligible family member, he added.
