Tag: Kanchenjunga Express Accident

Centre announces Rs 10 lakh ex-gratia for kin of deceased in West Bengal train collision

The Loco pilot of the goods train and the guard of the passenger train were among those who died, a Railway official said.

June 17, 2024

Bengal: Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw to visit Kanchenjunga Express train accident site

Vaishnaw is expected to reach the Bagdogra airport situated 40 kilometres away from the site of the collision this morning which caused two bogies to derail.

June 17, 2024

5 killed, several injured as goods train rams into Sealdah-bound Kanchenjunga Express in West Bengal’s Darjeeling

Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said rescue operations are being carried out on a war footing.

June 17, 2024

Goods train rams into Sealdah-bound Kanchenjunga Express in West Bengal’s Darjeeling, several feared dead

As per Katihar Divisional Railway Manager (DRM) Katihar, there could be 10 to 15 casualties while dozens are reported to be injured.

June 17, 2024