KANCHENJUNGA EXPRESS TRAIN ACCIDENT SITE
Goods train driver's rule violation cause Kanchanjungha Express crash? Here's what railway report shows
According to the report, the derailment of the Kanchanjungha Express may have been due to the goods train's loco pilot disregarding a stop signal and operating at excessive speed. Notably, the Chief Loco Inspector (CLI) dissented from this assessment. Typically formed soon after an accident, a joint observation report combines initial insights from various railway departments, including engineering, signalling, mechanical, and traffic.
Indian Railways creates 13,000 new jobs for train drivers after West Bengal accident
According to instructions issued to general managers of all Zonal Railways, 18,799 vacancies for assistant locopilots (ALP) have been approved by the Railway Board. This is over 3.3 times the 5696 vacancies for ALP notified in January 2024.
Kanchanjunga Express Accident: Railway safety chief launches probe
The Chief Commissioner of Railway Safety-Northeast Frontier Railways, Janak Kumar Garg, has begun an investigation into the Kanchanjunga Express accident, which resulted in 10 deaths. The investigation will begin in the afternoon, and the Station Master of Rangapani will be questioned. The Railways authority has admitted that the automated signalling system was not working, and the investigation will focus on the reasons behind the increased speed.
Two more die, death toll in Kanchenjunga train mishap rises to 10: West Bengal hospital dean
The tragic incident involving the Kanchanjungha Express train near New Jalpaiguri station has claimed the lives of two more passengers, bringing the death toll to 10. The two individuals, who were admitted to the North Bengal Medical College and Hospital with severe injuries, passed away on Tuesday. Dr. Sandeep Kumar Sengupta, the dean of the hospital, confirmed the unfortunate news, stating that both victims were on ventilator support.
Kanchenjunga Express Train Accident: Rail services disrupted as several trains cancelled; Here's complete list
Following the tragic Kanchenjunga Express accident, resulting in 8 deaths and 25 injuries, numerous trains were either cancelled or diverted. Restoration efforts are underway, with passengers expressing fear and concern over the incident. Kolkata Mayor Firhad Hakim criticized the Central government for alleged inaction, while Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee also voiced her concerns.
Kanchenjunga Express Train accident: How unreserved ticket and standing at the door helped rice mill worker escape the crash
Ashis Das, a 35-year-old rice mill worker, narrowly escaped a train collision on the Kanchenjunga Express, leaving 5 dead and 46 injured. Das jumped off the train after it crossed Rangapani station, avoiding serious injuries. He recounted his journey to meet his family in Burdwan and the harrowing experience of the crash. Das shared his experience with TOI.
Kanchanjunga Express Accident: Railways to hold inquiry into West Bengal train mishap on June 19
The Chief Commissioner of Railway Safety for Northeast Frontier Railway, Janak Kumar Garg, is set to lead an official inquiry into the Kanchanjunga Express accident. The tragic event resulted in several fatalities and many injuries. The inquiry is scheduled for June 19 at 10 am in the ADRM/NJP's chamber and may be extended if necessary, as reported by ANI through an official press release.
Train services resume at Darjeeling accident site
Train services resumed on the railway line in Phansidewa, Darjeeling, where the Kanchenjunga Express accident occurred, killing 8 and injuring around 25. Restoration work started immediately after the accident, with workers striving to restore the line despite heavy rainfall. The accident involved a goods train colliding with the Kanchenjunga Express from behind. Several trains under the Northeast Frontier Railways were cancelled or diverted. The Kanchenjunga Express, with unaffected coaches, arrived at Sealdah station in Kolkata after the completion of restoration work.
Kanchanjunga Express Accident: No one knows what is happening in the railways these days, says Mamata Banerjee
Kanchanjunga Express Accident: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee criticized the central government following a train accident involving the Kanchanjunga Express, stating that the current state of affairs in the railways is unclear. She highlighted her tenure as Railways Minister, mentioning her implementation of anti-collision devices that significantly reduced train accidents. Banerjee expressed concerns over issues within the Railways Ministry, including the discontinuation of a separate Railways budget and perceived lack of importance given to the department.
Kanchenjunga Express train meets with accident in Darjeeling; assistant loco pilot of goods train survives
A container goods train collided with the Kanchanjunga Express near Rangapani station in North Bengal, resulting in nine fatalities and 32 injuries. The locopilot of the goods train and the guard of the Kanchanjunga Express were among the deceased.
Goods train's collision with Kanchanjunga Express near Bengal's New Jalpaiguri claims at least 15 lives
Kanchanjunga Express Train Accident: The Sealdah-bound Kanchanjunga Express collided with a goods train near New Jalpaiguri, claiming at least 15 lives and injuring several passengers. The divisional railway manager of NFR's Katihar Division confirmed the incident, as reported by PTI. Police officials and Sealdah Eastern Railway have responded by setting up a control desk at Rangapani station.
Kanchanjunga Express Train Accident: From Coromandel to Bihar train disaster, here is a list of worst Indian Railways accidents
Kanchanjunga Express Accident: A collision between the Kanchanjungha Express and a goods train near Rangapani station in Darjeeling district, West Bengal, has resulted in several passengers being injured and five reported deaths. The incident occurred as the Kanchanjungha Express was hit by the goods train, causing the derailment of two coaches. The situation is serious, with around 20-25 passengers injured. Further details about the accident are awaited. The collision has impacted train movement in the Chicken's Neck corridor, which connects the Northeast with the rest of India. The Kanchanjungha Express, a crucial train for connectivity to Darjeeling, is frequently used by tourists.
Rail Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw takes bike ride to reach Kanchenjunga Express train accident site in Darjeeling
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw rode a bike to reach the site where a goods train collided with the Kanchanjunga Express in West Bengal's Darjeeling district. The accident claimed 15 lives and left 60 injured. Three compartments derailed in the collision near Rangapani station. Rescue efforts are ongoing, with victims transported to nearby hospitals. Vaishnaw announced increased compensation for victims' families and praised coordinated rescue operations.
"Not the time for politics," says Ashwini Vaishnaw as rescue efforts continue after Kanchenjunga Express train accident
The tragic incident took place near Rangapani station, about 30 kilometers from North Bengal's New Jalpaiguri station. Early Monday morning, a goods train collided with the Sealdah-bound Kanchenjunga Express from the rear, causing three of the express train's rear compartments to derail. According to railway officials, the collision resulted in at least 15 fatalities and around 60 injuries.
Kanchanjunga express accident: Railway Board reveals why anti-collision system 'Kavach' was not in place on mishap route
A collision between a goods train and the Sealdah-bound Kanchanjunga Express near New Jalpaiguri resulted in several deaths and around 50 injuries on Monday. Railway Board Chairperson Jaya Varma Sinha disclosed that the anti-collision system 'Kavach' was not operational on the Guwahati-Delhi route during the incident. Plans are underway to expand the system's coverage to 4,500 km by year-end.
Kanchanjunga Express Train Accident Cause: How did the train disaster happen?
Kanchanjunga Express Train Accident Cause: The collision between a goods train which disregarded the signal and the Kanchanjunga Express in Darjeeling has prompted an investigation into the cause of the accident. As rescue efforts continue, authorities are focusing on providing medical assistance to the injured and ensuring the safety of rail operations.
West Bengal tragedy: At least 8 dead, 41 injured after goods train collides with Kanchanjunga Express
At least eight people died, and around 41 were injured when a goods train collided with the Kanchanjunga Express near Rangapani station, West Bengal. The collision, which occurred around 9 am, derailed the train’s rear compartments. Rescue operations are ongoing with NDRF, SDRF, and local teams, while Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw and Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee oversee relief efforts.
Kanchanjunga Express accident: MoS Railways Ravneet Bittu condoles loss of lives
Union Minister of State for Railways Ravneet Singh Bittu expressed condolences for the lives lost in the West Bengal train accident and highlighted the need for a thorough investigation to determine the exact cause. Bittu, deeply saddened by the tragedy, assured efforts are underway to resume railway operations promptly. The collision between a goods train and the Sealdah-bound Kanchanjunga Express resulted in 15 fatalities and approximately 60 injuries near Rangapani station in West Bengal.
Kanchanjunga Accident: Vande Bharat comes under fire, Oppn demands Ashwini Vaishnaw's resignation
Kanchanjunga Express Train Accident: The collision between the Sealdah-bound Kanchanjunga Express and a goods train near New Jalpaiguri has resulted in at least 15 deaths. Occurring around 9 am, the incident is attributed to a possible signal disregard by the goods train. Amid the tragedy, Vande Bharat and Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw trended on social media, with opposition leaders criticizing the government for prioritizing the Vande Bharat trains over rail safety. An investigation is underway to determine the exact cause of the accident.
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