In a troubling incident involving India's modern Vande Bharat Express, a 12-year-old boy threw a stone at a train window near Bhestan Railway Station in Gujarat, causing the glass to shatter completely. The incident occurred on February 26, 2023, at around 8:33 AM while Train No. 22962 was en route from Surat to Mumbai. Railway security personnel promptly initiated an investigation, gathering CCTV footage and photographs to identify the responsible individual.

The footage revealed the boy, who was observed on the southern edge of platform number one at Bhestan station shortly after the incident. He was approached by police officers, including ASI Ravi Kumar and Head Constable Joginder, who stopped him for questioning. During their inquiry, the boy admitted to throwing the stone as a form of play but fled the scene afterward. His father was called to the station following this incident, and further questioning included the presence of two witnesses.

This incident raises significant concerns about safety and vandalism related to the country's train services. As India's railway infrastructure continues to modernize, addressing such reckless behavior will be crucial to ensuring passenger safety and maintaining the integrity of transportation services. The response from railway authorities highlights their commitment to deterring such acts and emphasizing the need for collaboration with local communities to prevent future occurrences.