Tragedy strikes at Howrah-Mumbai Mail derails near Chakradharpur, Jharkhand. At least 2 killed and 20 injured in the early morning incident. 18 coaches have derailed. Rescue operations underway. Thoughts are with the victims and their families.
In Jharkhand, many passengers have been injured following the derailment of 18 bogies of Howrah – Mumbai mail this morning between Badabambo and Kharsawa railway station near Potobeda village under Chakradharpur division.
The ill-fated train was going from Howrah to Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus in Mumbai. A senior railway official said the injured passengers have been admitted to local hospitals. A relief train has been reached at the accident site.
Relief and rescue operation is in full swing. Railways has issued helpline numbers for Tatanagar (06572290324), Chakradharpur (06587 238072), Rourkela (06612501072, 06612500244), Ranchi (0651278711) and Howrah (9433357920, 03326382217).
