Train Accident: Kanchenjunga Express coming from Assam to Kolkata hit by a goods train, 2 dead

 

Train Accident: At Rangapani, a goods train collided with the Kanchenjunga Express, which was traveling from Assam to Kolkata. As a result, numerous Kanchenjunga coaches sustained damage.

Train Mishap: 13176 In North Bengal, the Kanchenjunga Express train that was traveling from Assam to Kolkata derailed. The West Bengal accident between Rangapani and Nijbari stations has resulted in at least five confirmed deaths and twenty to twenty-five injuries. Only two deaths have, however, been formally confirmed thus far. Several helpline numbers have been provided by the railways so that the public can obtain information on the train disaster.

Several hotlines that the railway has provided

Sealdah

033-23508794

033-23833326

Guwahati Station

03612731621

03612731622

03612731623

Lumding Junction

03674263958

03674263831

03674263120

03674263126

03674263858

Katihar

6287801805

09002041952

9771441956

The Kanchenjunga Express bogies dispersed around the area.

Several of the Kanchenjunga Express train's bogies were dispersed throughout the area following the disaster. At 11:35 a.m., the train departs from Silchar, Assam, and arrives at the Sealdah station in Kolkata, the West Bengali capital. The following day, at 7:20 p.m., the train arrives at Sealdah. Leaders in the railways have departed for the location. The security guards on duty in the train are attempting to assist the passengers with the assistance of locals.

Teams are sent out for disaster relief, according to Mamata Banerjee.

Mamata Banerjee, the chief minister of West Bengal, has called the Kanchenjunga Express disaster unfortunate. She reported that a freight train in the Darjeeling area had collided with the Kanchenjunga Express. Teams for disaster relief have been sent to the scene of the accident. Additionally, a rescue mission has begun.

The incident happened after leaving New Jalpaiguri and near Nijbari station.

According to reports, as the Kanchenjunga Express train departed New Jalpaiguri station headed towards Sealdah, it was struck by a freight train. Numerous injuries have been reported as a result of the two coaches derailing. This train crossed Rangapani on Monday morning, departing New Jalpaiguri around half an hour later than expected. However, a freight train collided with this train shortly before it arrived at Nijbari station. The rescue team, DM, and SP have already departed. Two sleeper carriages are said to have suffered significant damage.

Stations at Sealdah and Naihati have special passenger aid booths installed.

At the stations of Sealdah and Naihati, East Railway has installed special passenger aid booths. According to Sealdah DRM Deepak Nigam, they are prepared to assist the passengers in whatever manner they can. One of their top concerns is the comfort of the passenger. There have been five confirmed deaths from the incident. Due to the impact, two coaches have trampled over one another.

The cargo train driver disregarded the signal.

It is said that this accident occurred as a result of the freight train driver's disregard for the signal. Kanchenjunga features a guard's compartment and two parcel vehicles. Fifteen ambulances, the divisional team, and the NDRF have arrived at the location. The minister is in the war room, surveying the situation.

Transportation Minister Ashwini Vaishnav described the incident as regrettable.

Ashwini Vaishnav, the minister of railways, called this accident regrettable. The North Frontier Railway Zone accident has been described as regrettable. The relief effort is being conducted as if it were a war. Teams from the railway, NDRF, and SDRF are coordinating. The hospital has admitted the injured parties. Top officials have arrived at the location.

A dedicated train will transport passengers to Sealdah.

A top railway official has said that the Kanchenjunga Express special train will shortly depart for Sealdah station, transporting its passengers. For this, plans are being formed. It is expected that this special train will arrive in Sealdah by late evening.

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Train Accident: At Rangapani, a goods train collided with the Kanchenjunga Express, which was traveling from Assam to Kolkata. As a result, numerous Kanchenjunga coaches sustained damage. pic.twitter.com/hgFkn6NBoe

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