Secunderabad-Shalimar Express Derails Near Howrah, No Injuries Reported
Three coaches of the train derailed early this morning, prompting an investigation into the cause while passengers were safely transported by bus.
Overview
- The derailment occurred at 5:31 am near Nalpur Station in West Bengal's Howrah district as the train was shifting tracks.
- All passengers were reported safe, with no major injuries or casualties from the incident.
- Relief and medical trains were dispatched quickly from Santragachi and Kharagpur to assist at the site.
- Authorities arranged buses to transport stranded passengers to their destinations, minimizing disruption.
- An inquiry has been ordered to determine the cause of the derailment, with political parties debating railway safety funding.