Five Minors Rescued from Running Away on Matsyagandha Express, Reunited with Parents

The Matsyagandha Express traveling from Mangalore to Udupi saw five minors vanish from their compartments earlier today. Railway police and local authorities acted swiftly, tracing the missing children to a temporary halt and confirming they were on board.

Following a coordinated search involving the Department of Tourism, the Karnataka Police, and the local child welfare team, the youngsters were located near the coach’s pantry area, unharmed but disorientated. The incident highlights the continued vigilance required for passenger safety on popular routes such as the Matsyagandha Express, which carries hundreds of commuters daily across the coastal stretch.

All five children were reunited with their parents at the Udupi Railway Station before the train proceeded to its final destination. The families expressed relief and gratitude towards the authorities, while officials promised a review of passenger monitoring protocols to prevent future incidents. Source: Google News – Udupi.