Role of Local Government and Police
The train was attacked within the premises of Godhra railway yard. At the time of the attack, 14 policemen were on duty at the yard. The Railway Police Station is about 826 metres away from the location of the attack. Three Railway Police Force Constables were the first to reach the train.
Firefighter Sureshgiri Gosai testified that Municipal Councilor Haji Bilal ordered the mob to stop the Fire engine. He further added that while they were trying to extinguish the fire, stones were pelted on the train. The first response team of Godhra Police Mobile Van testified that Municipal President Mohamad Kalota and municipal councillor Haji Bilal were part of the mob and were inciting them.
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