Jalgaon Tragedy: Passengers Jump from Train Amid Fire Scare, Collide with Another Train
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Synopsis
A tragic incident occurred at Jalgaon's Paranda railway station when passengers jumped from the Pushpak Express amid fire rumors. The panic led to a collision with the Karnataka Express, resulting in the deaths of 8-10 people and injuries to several others. Authorities are responding to the scene to provide assistance and investigate.
Key Takeaways
- At least 8-10 fatalities reported.
- 30-40 passengers sustained injuries.
- Panic ensued due to fire rumors.
- Passengers jumped from the Pushpak Express.
- Karnataka Express collided with fleeing passengers.
Jalgaon, Jan 22 (NationPress) A scene of chaos unfolded at Paranda railway station in Maharashtra's Jalgaon district following alarming rumours of a fire on the Pushpak Express. In a frantic attempt to escape, passengers began leaping from the train, tragically colliding with the Karnataka Express on an adjacent track, leading to the deaths of at least 8-10 individuals.
The incident transpired around 5 p.m. when the Pushpak Express, traveling from Lucknow to Mumbai, halted after passengers activated the emergency chain. Coincidentally, the Karnataka Express, which was journeying from Manmad to Bhusawal, was approaching on the parallel track.
Eyewitness accounts suggest that panic erupted when sparks were noticed from the wheels of the Pushpak Express as it stopped near Paranda station. The swift spread of the fire rumor incited terror among passengers, prompting some to jump from the train and into the path of the oncoming Karnataka Express.
Initial reports confirm that between 8 to 10 lives were lost, with approximately 30 to 40 others injured in this unfortunate event.
Jalgaon SP has verified the fatalities and injuries, stating, "Numerous passengers leaped off the train following fire rumors. Tragically, they were struck by the Karnataka Express coming from the opposite direction."
Railway officials, including the Divisional Railway Manager of Bhusawal, along with medical teams and local authorities, have arrived at the scene to manage rescue and aid operations. Senior railway officials and state government teams are collaborating to ensure medical services for the injured and to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident.
A Railway Ministry representative mentioned that some passengers exited the Pushpak Express after pulling the emergency chain and were subsequently hit by the Karnataka Express.
The Divisional Railway Manager of Bhusawal has proceeded to the incident location.
The railway's medical team has been dispatched to the site.
The railway's senior section engineer and local administration personnel have also reached the scene.
State government officials and rescue teams have also arrived at the incident site.
Further information regarding casualties and the cause of the incident is currently pending.
