The Bagmati Express en route from Mysore to Bihar's Darbhanga collided with a freight train near Chennai, causing a fire outbreak among its coaches. The incident unfolded near Kavaripettai railway station, resulting in injuries to 19 individuals, who have been promptly hospitalized.
As per reports, at approximately 8:50 PM on Friday, Train No. 12578, known as the Mysore-Darbhanga Express, collided with a stationary freight train in Tamil Nadu's Tiruvallur. This incident led to fires and smoke in two compartments and six carriages derailing.
Local authorities confirmed rescue teams are on-site and safely evacuating passengers. It seems the train met the stationary freight while traveling on the loop line.
Before the accident, passengers recounted a severe jolt, following which their train collided with the freight on the loop line, derailing six coaches. Fortunately, there were no fatalities, but injuries among some passengers have been reported.
Immediate medical attention has been organized for the injured. A medical relief van, along with a rescue team, was dispatched from Chennai Central, and relief operations are in progress. The GM of Southern Railway, along with senior officials, has mobilized towards the crash scene.
Helpline Numbers Released
In the aftermath, helpline numbers for passengers and their families have been activated. Inquiries can be made at 04425354151, 04424354995. Railway officials have commenced a detailed investigation.
Notably, from February to July this year, multiple railway mishaps have claimed dozens of lives, casting a spotlight on railway safety measures.
February 17, 2024:
Near Delhi's Sarai Rohilla, a freight train derailed, leading to one casualty. Rail services in the area faced disruptions, affecting traffic for several hours.
March 10, 2024:
The engine of Visakhapatnam-Bhawanipatna Passenger Special train (08504) went off tracks near Kottavalasa railway station. Although no casualties were reported, train services were delayed.
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March 18, 2024:
Sabarmati Express collided with a freight train, injuring several passengers due to possible signal failures and traffic mismanagement.
June 2, 2024:
Near Sirhind, Punjab, two freight trains collided on the Ludhiana-Ambala main line, injuring two loco pilots and disrupting freight services.
June 17, 2024:
A freight train crashed into Kanchanjunga Express, resulting in 15 fatalities and injuring over 60 individuals.
July 18, 2024:
In the Gonda-Manakpur section of Uttar Pradesh, a derailment of the Chandigarh-Dibrugarh Train resulted in four deaths.
July 30, 2024:
A derailment of the Mumbai-Howrah Mail in Jharkhand resulted in two deaths and 20 injuries.
July 31, 2024:
Near Ranga Pani railway station in West Bengal, freight carriages derailed without causing casualties but significantly hampered freight operations.
