Howrah-Mumbai Train Accident: Two killed, 20 injured as 18 coaches derail in Jharkhand

Howrah-Mumbai Train Accident: Two killed, 20 injured as 18 coaches derail in Jharkhand

The Howrah-Mumbai train derailed, causing 18 of its coaches to go off the tracks.

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( People gather near the Howrah-Mumbai Express train that derailed near Jamshedpur in the eastern State of Jharkhand on July 30, 2024. An Indian passenger train derailed and several of its cars overturned on July 30, killing at least two people and injuring 20 others. | Photo Credit: AFP )
At least two people have been reported killed in the accident and 20 individuals have been injured, with varying degrees of severity.
The derailment occurred near Chakradharpur in Jharkhand, which is a significant location due to its role as a key railway junction. The accident took place around 3:45 a.m., after which Accident Relief Medical Equipment (ARME), with staff and Additional Divisional Railway Managers CKP (Chakradharpur Railway Station), reached on-site to manage the situation.

Emergency services and railway authorities are on the ground to provide medical aid and assist with rescue operations. Efforts are also underway to clear the tracks and restore normal train services.

This incident underscores the critical need for continuous monitoring and maintenance of railway infrastructure to prevent such tragedies.


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