Why is there an ‘X’ mark on the last compartment of the train? Is there a connection with safety or something else, know the logic behind it

Indian Railways Thousands of passengers travel by train every day in India. All of us have information about tickets, platforms and railway stations etc., but most of the people do not know why a big X mark is given on the back of the last compartment or coach of the train. However, this is a common thing which most of the people see daily but do not try to find out why this mark is made behind the train. If you also do not know about this, then we will tell you about the logic behind this mark.

Most people ignore it considering it to be just a normal mark, but there are many hidden reasons and logic behind it. Let us know about it.

Why is there an X mark on the back of the train?

This is a very interesting but common question as to why this mark is given on the back of the train. If seen, the purpose of giving this mark on the back of the train is related to the safety of the passengers. An The main reason for this is that when a train passes through any station, by looking at this mark at the station, it is ensured that no passenger coach of the train is left on the way, rather, the entire train has passed safely.

What does X mark not showing mean?

Railway department does all the work only after seeing this mark. If the station master does not see the X mark then it is considered a danger signal. In this situation, he informs the railway officials and alerts them, after which the train is stopped and further work is done. This mark works in daylight as well as in the darkness of night. There is an LED light below it, which lights up at night.

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