In a tragic rail accident, the Bagmati Express, running from Mysuru to Darbhanga, collided with a stationary goods train near the Kavarappettai railway station in Tamil Nadu’s Tiruvallur district on Friday evening. The collision resulted in the derailment of four coaches, while two coaches caught fire, causing panic among passengers.
According to officials, the accident has led to significant delays in train schedules, particularly those departing from Chennai Central Railway Station. The exact cause of the accident is still under investigation, though early reports suggest a signal failure may be involved.
Emergency rescue teams, ambulances, and fire tenders rushed to the site to manage the situation. Several passengers sustained injuries, but authorities are yet to confirm the exact number of casualties. Visuals from the accident site show rescue teams working to control the blaze and safely evacuate passengers.
Indian Railways has launched a probe into the incident, and further updates are awaited as the rescue operation continues.
The accident has once again raised concerns over rail safety and infrastructure in India.
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