Guwahati: A train collided with a carrier vehicle at an unmanned railway crossing in Assam’s Golaghat district on Monday.

The driver of the vehicle escaped unhurt, sources said.

The incident took place near Chungajan railway station in the district.

The train struck the carrier vehicle laden with goods as it attempted to cross a rail. The vehicle driver however escaped unhurt, official stated.

“The vehicle was however damaged after it was hit by the train. We are further looking into the incident,” official added.

Following the incident, locals staged a protest demanding to install a level crossing in the area.