WB News: On Saturday morning, three coaches of the Secunderabad-Shalimar Superfast Express (Train No. 22850) derailed near Nalpur Station in Howrah, West Bengal. According to Omprakash Charan, Chief Public Relations Officer (CPRO) of the South Eastern Railway, the incident involved three coaches, one of which was identified as the B1 coach. The derailment occurred at 5:31 am while the train was moving from the middle line to the down line. Fortunately, no injuries or fatalities have been reported so far, bringing a sense of relief to passengers and authorities.Swift Action by Railways with Relief Trains and BusesFollowing the derailment, the Indian Railways swiftly dispatched accident relief and medical relief trains from Santragachi and Kharagpur. These trains arrived promptly at the scene to assist passengers and ensure their safety. Additionally, about ten buses were arranged to transport passengers from the derailed train to Kolkata, facilitating their onward journey with minimal disruption. Omprakash Charan stated, One parcel van and two passenger coaches have derailed. No major injury or casualty has been reported. Around 10 buses have been arranged for passengers for their onward journey.🚨 Secunderabad -Shalimar Super fast Express , which derailed near Jajpur in Odisha on November 9, 2024.❇️ Four of the trains coaches derailed, resulting in injuries for around 50 passengers, with at least two critically injured. Emergency 🚨 response teams quickly arrived at… pic.twitter.com/ttHCiFDPfa— Ravina 🧑‍🎨 (@Ravina_Medico) November 9, 2024Recent Railway Safety Statistics Highlight Importance of Incident-Free JourneysThis incident brings attention to railway safety across India. In the past five years, 200 consequential railway accidents led to 351 fatalities and 970 injuries, according to data shared by Indian Railways from its 17 zones. Although accidents have declined over the years, concerns persist. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw recently highlighted the improvement, stating that annual railway accidents have decreased from 171 a decade ago to just 40 currently. His recent visit to Kolkata-based PSU Braithwaite & Co underscored the commitment to bolstering safety measures.Commitment to Passenger SafetyThe Railways have responded quickly, underscoring their focus on passenger safety. The proactive measures taken in deploying relief trains, medical aid, and transportation highlight their commitment to minimizing disruptions and ensuring passenger well-being. The Railway Ministry continues to emphasize safety improvements as part of its mission to secure accident-free journeys for millions of passengers.
