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A major train mishap took place early Wednesday morning in Assam when the engine and five coaches of the Kolkata–Sairang Express slipped off the tracks. The sudden jolt sparked panic among hundreds of passengers on board. Authorities quickly launched emergency rescue operations, and no deaths have been reported.
What Happened and Where?
The mishap occurred around 6:54 AM at Digaru railway station, located in Assam’s Kamrup Metropolitan district, just outside Guwahati.
The Kolkata–Sairang Express (Train No. 13125) was on its way from Kolkata to Sairang in Mizoram. According to railway officials, the train was being moved onto a loop line to let another train pass ahead. During this entry, the train could not slow down in time, causing the locomotive engine and five passenger bogies behind it to derail.
Casualties and Safety Updates
Fortunately, a huge tragedy was avoided. While railway authorities initially stated that everyone was completely safe, local officials confirmed that a few passengers sustained minor cuts and bruises.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma confirmed the situation on social media, stating that all passengers are safe, while four people who suffered minor injuries were promptly taken to a nearby health centre for first aid and care.
Relief Teams on the Ground
Rescue and relief teams, alongside senior officials from the Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR), rushed to the site with medical relief vans and heavy track-clearing equipment.
Food, clean drinking water, and immediate assistance were provided to the stranded passengers at the station. To ensure travelers reach their destinations without further delay, railway authorities arranged a special relief train to take everyone forward toward Mizoram.
Impact on Train Traffic
The accident has temporarily blocked the line, disrupting regional train movement. Several passenger services running along the route have been stopped at nearby stations or rescheduled while repair crews work around the clock to lift the derailed coaches and restore the tracks.
A detailed safety probe has been ordered to find out why the train was unable to brake properly before entering the station.
