Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:52pm on 28 Feb 2024,Wednesday India
In Jharkhand's Jamtara, two individuals lost their lives when an attempt to escape a rumored fire on the Anga Express led them to be struck by another train at Kalajharia railway station. Contrary to initial reports, Eastern Railways clarified that the victims were not passengers but pedestrians on the tracks. A three-member committee is investigating the incident. Prime Minister Modi and Chief Minister Champai Soren express condolences. PM Modi in a statement said: "Pained by the mishap in Jamtara, Jharkhand. My thoughts are with all those who have lost their loved ones. May the injured recover soon." Rescue operations, including medical teams and ambulances, are underway. President Droupadi Murmu mourns the tragedy, emphasizing the need for speedy recovery for the injured.
