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A tragic train derailment occurred in the early hours of Tuesday morning in Jharkhand, India, resulting in the deaths of at least two people and injuries to twenty others. The incident involved the Howrah-Mumbai Mail (Train number 12810), which derailed near Rajkharsawan railway station after colliding with a goods train. The collision occurred around 3:45 AM in the Seraikela-Kharsawan district, approximately 7 kilometers from Rajkharsawan station, under the jurisdiction of the Chakradharpur railway division of South Eastern Railways.
The derailment involved 18 coaches out of the 22-coach train. Following the accident, rescue and relief teams were promptly dispatched to the scene to assist the injured passengers. Emergency services are working diligently to assess the situation, provide medical care to the injured, and clear the tracks. As a result of the derailment, five trains have been cancelled, disrupting train services in the affected area.
The incident has sparked widespread concern and calls for investigation into the cause of the derailment. The Indian Railways have issued multiple helpline numbers for affected passengers and families seeking information. The incident highlights the importance of railway safety and underscores the need for comprehensive safety measures to prevent such accidents in the future. Investigations are underway to determine the exact cause of the collision and derailment.
Source: 2 killed, several injured after 18 coaches of Mumbai-Howrah Mail derail in Jharkhand