A tragic accident has been reported in the Darjeeling district of West Bengal on Monday morning. According to reports, the Kanchanjungha Express collided with a goods train. The express was hit by the goods train from behind. The incident was reported in the Phansidewa area in Darjeeling. Unfortunately, many have sustained injuries and at least 5 people have lost their lives.
Here’s About The Kanchanjungha Express Accident Reported In West Bengal
Social media platforms and news channels are flooded with visuals of the horrible collision of two trains. The dilapidated train parts look gruesome and trigger panic. Here are some pictures and videos of the collision of the Kanchanjungha Express with a goods train.
Following the train accident of 13174 AGTL – SDAH Kanchanjunga Express at Rangapani, Darjeeling Dist., the line connecting Northeast to the Rest of India through the chicken neck might be anticipatedly blocked for repairing purposes. (Assumption)pic.twitter.com/eDOlWAXTYN
— TanmoY (@nottanmoy) June 17, 2024
The Kanchanjungha Express was on its way to Sealdah in West Bengal. It was travelling from Assam’s Silchar. The accident was reported en route near New Jalpaiguri. At least 5 passengers on board the express train have passed away. About 25 have sustained injuries because of the terrible collision between the Kanchanjungha Express and the goods train.
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Sealdah-bound Kanchanjunga Express met with an accident.
The accident took place in the area adjacent to Rangapani station around 8 am.
A Maldah-bound freight train hit the Sealdah-bound Kanchanjunga Express from behind.
Due to the force of the shock,… pic.twitter.com/lda473f9jI
— তন্ময় l T͞anmoy l (@tanmoyofc) June 17, 2024
Visuals circulating on social media show the horrifying state following the collision. A part of the Kanchenjunga Express is seen suspended in the air. Coaches are in a ramshackle state with two derailed coaches out of all.
Train accident near Rangapani in Siliguri. pic.twitter.com/GSx97N2SV5
— Abir Ghoshal (@abirghoshal) June 17, 2024
According to a report by India Today, the Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) shared updates about an emergency medical team visiting the accident spot in the Darjeeling district. Also, a helpdesk is in operation at the Sealdah railway station in Kolkata.
West Bengal Train Mishap: 💔😔
Sealdah Bound Kanchanjunga Express Derails After Being Hit By Goods Train In Siliguri.
No reports of casualties or injuries have come to light as of now. pic.twitter.com/EkNWPbAFoh
— Gems of Engineering (@gemsofbabus_) June 17, 2024
Disaster teams, doctors, ambulances, and different departments have rushed to the accident scene to start rescuing people. The operations are underway currently.
5 casualties as of now, 25 passengers seriously injured in the Kanchanjunga express accident.
Rather than constantly focussing on bullet trains and Vande Bharats for photo Ops, will the railway ministry ever dig deeper into safety norms and facilities of existing trains.? pic.twitter.com/2wdK2ltb3Z
— Sourav || সৌরভ (@Sourav_3294) June 17, 2024
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Senior officials of different departments have the responsibility to look over the entire process. They are working relentlessly to rush the injured people to hospitals for treatment, according to a report by Livemint.
Visuals from the #TrainAccident of 13174 AGTL – SDAH Kanchanjunga Express at Rangapani, Darjeeling Dist of West Bengal are very horrifying. Praying for the safety of passengers on board.#IndianRailways #RailAccident #NFR #NortheastFrontierRailway @RailMinIndia pic.twitter.com/ViIY6HcgU8
— TanmoY (@nottanmoy) June 17, 2024
Condition of Sealdah bound down Agaratala Kanchanjunga Express after colliding with a goods train in Rangapani Tentul Tala Ruhidasa Jot area of Northern Bengal.
But we the citizens shouldn’t complain as our Railway minister is an IIT-ian. pic.twitter.com/sGZo34Pas9
— Sourav || সৌরভ (@Sourav_3294) June 17, 2024
West Bengal CM Tweeted On The Accident
Shocked to learn, just now, about a tragic train accident, in Phansidewa area of Darjeeling district. While details are awaited, Kanchenjunga Express has reportedly been hit by a goods train. DM, SP, doctors, ambulances and disaster teams have been rushed to the site for rescue,…
— Mamata Banerjee (@MamataOfficial) June 17, 2024
Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee stated that “DM, SP, doctors, ambulances and disaster teams” have arrived at the site. They are rescuing, recovering people, and providing medical assistance.
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Unfortunate accident in NFR zone. Rescue operations going on at war footing. Railways, NDRF and SDRF are working in close coordination. Injured are being shifted to the hospital. Senior officials have reached site.
— Ashwini Vaishnaw (@AshwiniVaishnaw) June 17, 2024
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw tweeted “NDRF and SDRF are working in close coordination”.
We are heartbroken and sorry to hear the tragic news of this train collison. Sending heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family.
Cover Image Courtesy: X/ তন্ময় l T͞anmoy l (@tanmoyofc), X/ Sourav || সৌরভ (@Sourav_3294)
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