Train accident in Bengal: Kanchanjunga Express collides with a freight train, 5 dead, 25 injured

A tragic train accident in Bengal’s Siliguri left five people dead and nearly 25 others injured. The incident took place on Monday when the Kanchanjunga Express traveling from Agartala in Tripura to Sealdah station in Kolkata was hit from behind by a goods train carrying goods in Rangapani area, near New Jalpaiguri station.

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Details of the accident

The unfortunate incident took place around 9 am, as confirmed by the divisional railway manager (DRM) of Katihar division of North Frontier Railway. The Kanchanjunga Express, whose official number is 13174, was en route to Kolkata when it was hit by a freight train, causing at least two compartments to derail.

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Abhishek Roy, Additional Superintendent of Police, Darjeeling, emphasized the seriousness of the situation. “Five passengers were killed and 20-25 people were injured in the accident. The situation is very serious. The incident happened when a goods train crashed into Kanchenjunga Express,” he said.

Immediate response and rescue operations

After the accident, Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee was quick to express her concern. She informed that district magistrates, doctors and ambulances have been dispatched to the accident site. “Shocked to hear about a tragic train accident in Phansidewa area of ​​Darjeeling district. While details are awaited, the Kanchenjunga Express is said to have been hit by a goods train. DM, SP, doctors, ambulances and disaster response teams were dispatched to the scene for rescue, recovery and medical support. The act of initiating war has begun,” she tweeted.

President Droupadi Murmu also sent his condolences. “The news of people losing their lives due to a train accident in Darjeeling, West Bengal makes us deeply saddened. My thoughts and prayers go out to the bereaved families. I pray for the speedy recovery of the injured and the success of relief operations,” the President wrote on Twitter.

Statement by Railway Minister and Tripura CM

Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw assured that rescue operations are underway amid the war. “Unfortunate accident in the NFR region. Rescue operations are taking place at the battlefield. Railways, NDRF and SDRF are working closely. The injured are being transported to the hospital. Senior officials have arrived at the scene,” he wrote on Twitter.

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Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha also expressed grief over the incident. “In a tragic incident, I learned about the Kanchenjunga Express train going to Agartala-Sealdah that met with an accident near New Jalpaiguri. Three carriages were particularly damaged in the collision with the freight car. Rescue operations have begun. The state government is in contact with the railway authorities to make every effort to rescue and ensure the safety of passengers. I wish those injured in this accident a quick recovery,” he wrote on Twitter.

Rescue efforts and support are ongoing

North Eastern Border Railway (NFR) has mobilized an emergency medical team to the accident site. Even though it was raining heavily, rescue work was still carried out urgently. In a bid to assist those affected, special help desks have been set up at Sealdah and Naihati stations. You can contact these helpdesks at the following numbers: 033-23508794 and 033-23833326.

“The SEAldah Division is sincerely working to resolve the situation and provide assistance to those affected by the collision. We will continue to provide updates over time,” NFR officials said.

This tragic accident cast a shadow over the journey of many passengers, leaving families sad and the community in shock. The rapid response from local authorities, railway officials and government leaders underscored the severity of the situation and the commitment to rescue and recovery efforts. This incident serves as a clear reminder of the need for strict safety measures and constant vigilance in railway operations to prevent such heartbreaking incidents in the future.

Source: https://anhngunewlight.edu.vn
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