Overview
- The DN 15663 Agartala–Silchar Express struck a pick-up/mini truck near SK Para in the Ambassa–Manu section around 1:12 pm local time, officials said.
- Police said three people died at the scene, while the Northeast Frontier Railway reported two fatalities in its initial statement.
- Victims identified by police as Pramesh Debbarma, Bupendra Debbarma and Bina Debbarma were sent to the Manu health facility for post-mortem examinations.
- Rail officials said the crash site is an unauthorised crossing they have repeatedly sought to close, including a visit on October 5 that faced local resistance.
- The loco pilot attempted to brake before impact; the vehicle was cleared by 1:30 pm and the train resumed its journey at 1:34 pm, with an investigation underway.