Several train accidents have occurred across India in just one week. These train accidents in India have resulted in tragic losses of lives and injuries. Recently, in UP’s Amroha, seven coaches of a goods train derailed on July 20, followed by another incident in Rajasthan’s Alwar where three wagons derailed on July 21. Earlier, a mishap in WB’s Darjeeling and another in UP’s Gonda involving the Dibrugarh Express led to fatalities and injuries. Additionally, a goods train derailed in Gujarat’s Valsad on July 19, causing disruptions in rail services. These incidents have raised concerns, with opposition questioning the government about the consecutive train mishaps nationwide.
21 July,2024 05:18 PM IST
Thousands of devotees from various parts of India congregated in Puri, Odisha, on July 8th to seek blessings from Lord Jagannath during the second day of Rath Yatra celebrations. The annual event commenced on July 7th amidst great fervor. Aerial footage from drones beautifully portrayed the magnificence and festive spirit of the occasion, highlighting colorful processions and enthusiastic participation of devotees. The atmosphere was vibrant as people immersed themselves in the rituals and celebrations associated with Lord Jagannath's Rath Yatra, emphasizing the cultural and religious significance of this grand event in Puri, Odisha.
08 July,2024 05:54 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his condolences following a tragic accident in Darjeeling involving the Kanchenjunga Express and a goods train. The incident resulted in the loss of at least eight lives, with over 20 individuals sustaining injuries. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw expressed profound grief and is actively overseeing the ongoing rescue efforts. He has personally traveled to Darjeeling to assess the situation firsthand and coordinate response measures. The government remains committed to providing all necessary support and assistance to those affected by this unfortunate incident.
20 June,2024 09:58 AM IST
A tragic incident in West Bengal's Darjeeling district on June 17 resulted in the loss of at least five lives and left over 20 individuals injured when a goods train collided with the Kanchenjunga Express. Jaya Varma Sinha, Railway Board CEO, attributed the cause to the negligence of the train's driver, who disregarded a signal. Both the driver and the guard of the Kanchenjunga Express lost their lives in the accident. Following the rescue operation, comprehensive support measures have been implemented, including help desks at all railway stations along the Agartala-Sealdah route, to assist those affected by this devastating incident.
17 June,2024 03:44 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
