On Saturday evening, a boom lock jammed at the Kirhirapur railway crossing in the Bhimpur police station area of Ballia district. The incident occurred while opening the crossing after a train had passed, causing a significant backlog of vehicles on both sides and disrupting traffic.

The crossing guard promptly intervened. He manually lifted the jammed boom, allowing the stranded vehicles to pass and restoring the flow of traffic. Passengers faced inconvenience for some time due to this unexpected delay.

According to local residents, the Kirhirapur railway crossing frequently experiences issues with its boom lock jamming. This recurring technical malfunction causes considerable trouble for commuters and drivers, highlighting the need for a permanent solution. Such frequent occurrences also raise concerns about safety among the public.