At least 11 lives were lost and five others injured when passengers, reacting to unconfirmed reports of a fire, exited their Mumbai-bound train only to be struck by an adjacent train in western Maharashtra. The incident took place after someone triggered the emergency cord, bringing the train to an abrupt stop. Railway officials noted that the rumors of a fire have yet to be substantiated. This tragedy adds to concerns over railway safety in India, where ongoing modernization efforts have been overshadowed by previous accidents, including a catastrophic three-train collision in Odisha earlier this year that claimed nearly 300 lives.
Tragedy Strikes as Train Passengers Flee Rumor of Fire, Hit by Oncoming Train
Tragedy Strikes as Train Passengers Flee Rumor of Fire, Hit by Oncoming Train
In a shocking incident in India, a train emergency resulted in several fatalities as panicked passengers fled on foot.
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis expressed his profound sorrow over the loss of life, announcing that ambulances have been dispatched and hospitals are prepared for casualties. This incident presents a significant challenge to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision for a modernized railway system, aimed at enhancing economic growth and connectivity in the nation. It is reported that there are plans to increase funding for these railway improvements in the upcoming budget, underscoring the critical need for enhanced safety measures.
