Balaton Train Chaos: Lázár Blames Siemens, 300 Buses Deployed

Hungary's Balaton Train Line Experiences Widespread Disruption On June 9th, 2025, the Balaton railway line in Hungary suffered a major breakdown, leaving hundreds of passengers stranded. The incident, which occurred during the peak tourist season, caused significant delays and widespread disruption. János Lázár, the Minister of Transport, immediately blamed Siemens, the company responsible for a recent upgrade to the system. "The Siemens company is responsible for the problem," Lázár stated in a social media post. Images from the video show passengers waiting on the platform, some sitting on the ground, while others expressed their frustration with the lack of communication from the authorities. The video also includes an interview with a local resident who stated, "It was chaos. People were angry, confused, and there was no information." In response to the crisis, 300 air-conditioned buses were dispatched to transport the stranded passengers to their destinations. While the immediate crisis has been resolved, the incident raises serious questions about the reliability of Hungary's railway system and the accountability of those responsible for its maintenance.