2 Dead, 20 Injured as Howrah-Mumbai Mail Derails in Jharkhand

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:44am on 30 Jul 2024,Tuesday India

A tragic train derailment occurred in Jharkhand's Seraikela-Kharsawan district, resulting in 2 deaths and 20 injuries. The Howrah-Mumbai Mail derailed near Barabamboo at 3:45 AM, with 18 coaches leaving the tracks. The incident involved 16 passenger coaches, 1 power car, and 1 pantry car. Rescue operations are ongoing, with an NDRF team on site. The cause of the derailment is being investigated, with a possible connection to a nearby goods train derailment being probed. Authorities are providing medical aid and support to affected passengers.

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