North East Express Train Derails in Bihar, Leaving Five Dead

North East Express Train Derails in Bihar, Leaving Five Dead

VoM News Desk | October 12, 2023 | 12:05 AM IST | Accidents, Bihar, Breaking News | Follow on Google News

North East Express Train Derails in Bihar, Leaving Five Dead

North East Express Train Derails in Bihar, Leaving Five Dead

A devastating incident occurred when the North East Express train derailed in Bihar, resulting in the tragic loss of at least five lives. The derailment took place near Raghunathpur station, located close to Buxar, around 9:35 pm. The train was en route from Anand Vihar Terminus in Delhi to Kamakhya near Guwahati in Assam.

In response to the tragedy, teams from the national and state disaster response forces have been dispatched to the site to assist in rescue and relief efforts. Hospitals in the area have been placed on high alert to provide medical assistance to those affected.

Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Tejashwi Yadav has taken swift action by contacting the Disaster Management Department, Health Department, and district officials in Buxar and Bhojpur to ensure that relief and rescue efforts are expedited.

Helpline Numbers for Assistance

The Indian Railways has issued helpline numbers to assist passengers and families during this challenging time. These helpline numbers include:

• Patna: 9771449971
• Danapur: 8905697493
• Commercial Control: 7759070004
• Ara helpline: 8306182542

This tragic event serves as a reminder of the importance of safety and disaster response measures in ensuring the well-being of passengers and residents in the region.

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