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Why is there an X symbol behind the last coach of a train? Railway ministry explains

A majority of us have travelled on a train at some point in our lives and still continue to do so. Have you ever wondered why there is an X symbol on the last coach of a train? The now-viral post was shared by the Ministry of Railways on Sunday. Well, the X symbol behind the last coach of a train signifies that the train has passed without leaving any coaches behind. The sign also acts as a confirmation for railway officials that the train has passed entirely.