Tragedy Strikes Bihar as Express Train Derails: Four Lives Lost, 80 Injured
Rescue Operations Intensify as 21 Coaches Veer Off Track
In a devastating turn of events, an express train bound for Assam’s Kamakhya Junction derailed in Bihar, leaving at least four dead and 80 passengers injured. The ill-fated journey commenced from Delhi’s Anand Vihar Terminal, met with an unforeseen catastrophe in the northeastern state.
Tarun Prakash, the General Manager of the East Central Railway, confirmed the casualties and stated that extensive rescue operations are currently in progress. Swift medical attention has been dispatched to Patna, Bihar’s capital, where the wounded are receiving treatment.
As the investigation unfolds, the precise cause of the derailment remains shrouded in uncertainty.
In light of the incident, a number of passenger and goods trains have been rerouted. Railway authorities are working tirelessly to reestablish normal operations.
Expressing deep sorrow, Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw conveyed his condolences on social media, pledging a thorough inquiry into the circumstances leading to this tragedy.
This grim occurrence serves as a stark reminder of the critical importance of a comprehensive investigation, ensuring the safety and security of railway passengers in the future.
