Kadiri: In a dramatic turn of events, a major train accident was narrowly averted at the Kadiri railway gate in Satyasai district, Andhra Pradesh, thanks to the sharp reflexes and attentiveness of the loco pilot. The incident unfolded when the Nagercoil-Mumbai train encountered vehicles and pedestrians crossing the railway gate, despite the gateman's failure to close it. Recognizing the imminent danger, the vigilant loco pilot swiftly halted the train, immediately disembarking to manually close the gate. His swift response played a pivotal role in averting a potential catastrophe, ensuring the safety of both the train passengers and the unsuspecting motorists. The incident has sparked concerns regarding the gateman's negligence and their failure to fulfill their duty of preventing vehicles from crossing the railway gate in the presence of an approaching train. In response, authorities have launched a comprehensive investigation to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.