Meanwhile, the restoration work is underway at Ponneri- Kavarappettai railway stations in Chennai Division, which is around 46 km from Chennai.
October 13, 2024Meanwhile, the railways have set up a help desk at Chennai Central Railway Station to assist affected passengers.
October 12, 2024GM Singh added, "Fortunately, there was no casualties. The injured were immediately taken to nearby hospital..."
October 12, 2024He further said that Minister for Minorities SM Nasar and other officials were directed to reach the accident site.
October 12, 2024The accident occurred when the passenger train collided with a stationary goods train at Kavaraippettai Railway Station, leading to the derailment of 12 coaches.
October 12, 2024The Railways has also issued helpline numbers following the accident.
October 12, 2024Relief and rescue efforts are underway, and all passengers have been evacuated, a senior railway official said.
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